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WorksheetsCestodes Chronicles
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Which of the following is a parasitic infection caused by consuming raw or undercooked fish?
Diphyllobothriasis
Taeniasis
Cysticercosis
None of the above
How are Diphyllobothriasis and Taeniasis primarily transmitted to humans?
By mosquito bites
Through contaminated water
Through consumption of contaminated food
Through contact with infected animals
Which of the following is a symptom commonly associated with Taeniasis?
Abdominal discomfort
Skin rash
Weight gain
Muscle weakness
which stage of the parasite’s life cycle is the infective stage for causing cysticercosis in human?
Adult
Larva
Eggs
Cysticerci
What is an effective prevention method for parasitic infections?
Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water
Avoid contact with pets
Consume raw or undercooked meat
Swimming in freshwater lakes
Diphyllobothriasis, Taeniasis, cysticercosis can be treated with appropriate medications.
True
False
Which of the following can help to reduce the risk of Diphyllobothriasis and Taeniasis?
Eat raw vegetables
Drink untreated water
Cook fish at high temperature
Consume sushi regularly
Which of the following is the correct match?
Taenia solium
(Fish tapeworm)
Taenia saginata
(Beef tapeworm)
Diphyllobothrium latum
(Pork tapeworm)
Which of the following is the common complication of Diphyllobothriasis?
Neurocysticercosis
Gastrointestinal obstruction
Megaloblastic / Pernicious anaemia
Appendicitis
Cestodes do not usually cause significant harm to human host.
True
False
