ascariasis

Question 1

what is ascariasis

Answer 1

round worm

Question 2

causative agent for ascariasis

Answer 2

ascaris lumbricoides

Question 3

MOT of ascariasis

Answer 3

fecal
oral
5F’s

Question 4

incubation of ascariasis

Answer 4

4-8 weeks

Question 5

s/sx of ascariasis in acute stage

Answer 5

• first cue: vomitus with worms
• abdominal discomfort

Question 6

s/sx of ascariasis in severe stage

Answer 6

severe abdominal pain
severe vomiting
restlessness
insomnia
persistent coughing
SOB
wheezing

Question 7

DOC for ascariasis

Answer 7

• albendazole 400mg
• mebendazole 100mg
• ivermectin 150-200mg