(Helminths) Parasitic Diseases of the Circulatory and Lymphatic Systems
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What is the pathogen for Schistosomiasis
Schistosoma spp.
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What are symptoms of Schistosomiasis
Rash, fever, chills, myalgia; chronic inflammation and scarring of liver, spleen, and other organs where cysts develop
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How is Schistosomiasis transmitted
Snail hosts release cercaria into freshwater; cercaria burrow into skin of swimmers and bathers
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How is Schistosomiasis diagnosed
Eggs in stool or urine, tissue biopsy, serological testing
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How is Schistosomiasis treated
Praziquantel
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