Week 6 Flashcards
1
Q
Which pathogen causes meningococcal meningitis?
A
Neiserria meningitidis
2
Q
How are the types of hepatitis transmitted?
A
A - faecal/oral
B - blood to blood and sexual contact
C - blood to blood
3
Q
Can you get a vaccine for all types of hepatitis?
A
No only A and B
4
Q
Is hepatitis curable?
A
Only A (self limiting) and C (8-12 week treatment)
5
Q
What are the names of direct-acting antivirals used for hep c?
A
NS3/4A protein - glecaprevir, voxilaprevir
NS5B protein - sofosbuvir
NS5A protein - velpatasvir, pibrentasvir, ladipasvir
