Question

Ascariasis is a highly prevalent disease caused by an intestinal tapeworm, Taenia solium

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

Ascarasis is caused by a roundworm Ascaris which is a helminth. It is characterised by internal bleeding, muscular pain, fever, anaemia. The eggs of Ascaris are released with the human excreta which then contaminate food, water, and soil. Healthy person acquires disease by contaminated food, water, fruits etc.

So, the correct option is 'False'