1-04-14 Quiz

This parasitic pathogen commonly presents with symptoms of watery diarrhea, fever, and abdominal pain. It is commonly acquired through contaminated water. There are about 748,000 cause per year in the US.

This parasitic pathogen is commonly found in third world countries with low sanitization. It is found on the outside of fruits and vegetables that are not cleaned properly or in contaminated water. It invades epithelial cells and can also make its way to liver, lung pleura, and skin.

Entamoeba histolytica breaks down lactoferrin, transferrin, and transferrin to mobilize ___________ for energy.

Common symptoms of this parasitic pathogen include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, gas, abdominal pain. It’s mechanism of action is that it alters the chloride channels which in turn increase lumen electrolytes and cause diarrhea.

This parasitic pathogen is commonly transmitted through fecal/oral contact and commonly presents with symptoms of diarrhea and abdominal pain. it is under debate if it is pathogenic; but this generally depends on the subtype.

This parasitic pathogen commonly presents with symptoms of abdominal pain, nausea, fatigue, diarrhea, and weight loss. It can be asymptomatic. It is possibly transmitted through the ova of pinworms. It is very sensitive to it’s environment and has a difficulty making it pas HCl.

Ancylostoma duodenale and nectar americanus are both types of ______________.

Can a small colony of worms have a therapeutic effect on immune regulation?

This roundworm commonly causes symptoms of bloating, belching, and abdominal discomfort.

This is a type of tapeworm, it commonly presents with symptoms of abdominal pain, diarrhea, and constipation. It is commonly acquired through fecal/ oral transmission. In terms of worms, it is one of the more serious ones due to symptoms.