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UWOLD Micro
Microbiology
Question | Answer |
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What is the MCC of viral gastroenteritis? | Norovirus infection |
What are the common settings of Norovirus- gastroenteritis infection? | Crowded settings such as schools, cruises, and nursing homes |
What are the most common symptoms of norovirus gastroenteritis? | Vomiting and watery diarrhea |
What are the findings of an E. histolytica biopsy? | Trophozoites and flask-shaped ulcers |
If E. Histolytica is to spread, which rarely occurs, how does it reach the brain, liver, or lung? | Hematogenous dissemination |
What is the most common extraintestinal manifestation of E. histolytic infection? | Amebic liver abscess |
What are Arboviruses? | Small RNA viruses transmitted by biting arthropods |
What are the MCC of encephalitis outbreaks in the USA? | Arbovirus infection |
What is the most viable way to of Arbovirus infection? | Limiting the vector arthropods as there is no current vaccine |
What is the main cell composition of a Primary CNS lymphoma? | B-lymphocytes |
Primary CNS lymphoma is the second ---> | MCC of ring-enhancing lesion with mass effect in HIV patients |
What is the main treatment for diphtheria? | Diphtheria antitoxin (passive immunization) |
How does diphtheria antitoxin work? | Inactivates the circulating toxin |