Amebiasis is an infection caused by the parasite Entamoeba histolytica. It can affect the large intestine (colon) and cause symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and fever. In severe cases, it can lead to the development of abscesses (collections of pus) in the liver, lungs, or brain. Amebiasis is spread through the fecal-oral route, which means that it is transmitted when feces contaminated with the parasite are ingested. It is more common in areas with poor hygiene and sanitation. Amebiasis can be treated with medications such as metronidazole and tinidazole.
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MCQ on Amebiasis
- What is amebiasis? A) A type of fungus infection B) A type of bacterial infection C) A type of viral infection D) A type of parasitic infection
Answer: D) A type of parasitic infection
- What is the causative agent of amebiasis? A) Candida albicans B) Escherichia coli C) Hepatitis B virus D) Entamoeba histolytica
Answer: D) Entamoeba histolytica
- How is amebiasis transmitted? A) Through respiratory secretions B) Through contact with contaminated objects C) Through the fecal-oral route D) Through sexual contact
Answer: C) Through the fecal-oral route
- Which of the following are symptoms of amebiasis? A) Fever, chills, and coughing B) Diarrhea, abdominal pain, and blood in the stool C) Rash, fatigue, and muscle aches D) All of the above
Answer: B) Diarrhea, abdominal pain, and blood in the stool
- Which of the following groups of people are at higher risk of contracting amebiasis? A) Children under the age of 5 B) Healthcare workers C) People who travel to areas with poor hygiene and sanitation D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
- Can amebiasis be transmitted from person to person? A) Yes, through contact with contaminated objects B) Yes, through sexual contact C) Yes, through respiratory secretions D) Yes, through the fecal-oral route
Answer: D) Yes, through the fecal-oral route
- Can amebiasis be treated? A) Yes, with antibiotics B) Yes, with antiviral medications C) Yes, with antifungal medications D) Yes, with antiparasitic medications
Answer: D) Yes, with antiparasitic medications
- Which of the following medications are commonly used to treat amebiasis? A) Penicillin and amoxicillin B) Acyclovir and valacyclovir C) Fluconazole and itraconazole D) Metronidazole and tinidazole
Answer: D) Metronidazole and tinidazole
- Can amebiasis lead to complications? A) Yes, sepsis B) Yes, pneumonia C) Yes, abscesses in the liver, lungs, or brain D) Yes, all of the above
Answer: C) Yes, abscesses in the liver, lungs, or brain
- Can amebiasis be prevented? A) Yes, by washing hands frequently B) Yes, by using condoms during sexual contact C) Yes, by getting vaccinated D) Yes, all of the above
Answer: A) Yes, by washing hands frequently
- Is amebiasis common in developed countries? A) Yes B) No
Answer: B) No
- Is amebiasis a sexually transmitted infection? A) Yes B) No
Answer: B) No
- Can amebiasis be asymptomatic? A) Yes B) No
Answer: A) Yes
- Can amebiasis be diagnosed using a blood test? A) Yes B) No
Answer: B) No
- Can amebiasis be diagnosed using a stool test? A) Yes B) No
Answer: A) Yes
