Shistosomiasis Flashcards
1
Q
Type of organism?
A
Parasitic flat worm
2
Q
Clinical features?
A
Hepatosplenomegaly
Rash - itchy - red hive like bumps
3
Q
Treatment?
A
Praziquantel
Oral corticosteroids - acute symptoms
4
Q
Chronic symptoms?
A
Liver and bladder fibrosis
5
Q
Clinical tests would show?
A
Eosinophillia
Helminth eggs in stools and urine