Schistosomiasis
In Africa, schistosomiasis (presinusoidal) is also a common cause.
What our notes say
- In Africa, schistosomiasis (presinusoidal) is also a common cause. (Junior Clerkship in Internal Medicine (MBIM4100) main exam, Paper One: 31 Januar)
- The following statement regarding schistosomiasis is true: (Paediatrics Year 6 MBChB end of semester CAT: clinical case MCQs, 29 of 30 quest)
- Think local: sepsis, malaria, HIV-related kidney disease, herbal remedies and obstruction from schistosomiasis or cervical cancer are common causes where resources are limited. (Acute kidney injury)
- Think local: in many African settings, bleeding varices from cirrhosis (hepatitis B or schistosomiasis) are a leading cause, and the management differs from that of an ulcer. (Upper gastrointestinal bleeding)
- Caused by: TB, sarcoidosis, schistosomiasis, leprosy, fungal infections (General Pathology Revision: Cell Injury, Inflammation & Adaptation (MBPA 3500 Pa)
- Infection and inflammation: tuberculosis, schistosomiasis, lymphogranuloma venereum, and Crohn disease. (Junior Clerkship in Reproductive Health (MBOG 4200): end of year examination, 4 )
Study material on Schistosomiasis
- Department Of Medical Microbiology & Parasit.. MCQs
- Principles of Medical Microbiology and Parasitology LAQs & SAQs
- Junior Clerkship in Internal Medicine (MBIM4100) main exam, Paper One: 31 January 2024
Practice questions on Schistosomiasis
Parasitic infections (trichinosis, schistosomiasis, strongyloidiasis) cause elevated numbers of?
- Basophils
- Eosinophils
- Macrophages
- Neutrophils
Answer: B. Tissue-invasive parasites trigger Th2 immune responses and IgE production, driving eosinophilia. ---
Trichinosis, schistosomiasis, strongyloidiasis characteristically elevate peripheral blood ---
- Basophils
- Eosinophils Classic parasitic (helminth) eosinophilia.
- Macrophages
- Neutrophils
- T lymphocytes Answer:
Answer: A.