Question

Ascariasis is characterised by:

• A. Infection of the lymph nodes
• B. Infection of the small intestine
• C. Infection of the neck, skin and groin area
• D. Infection of the large intestine

Answer 1

The correct option is B Infection of the small intestine

Ascariasis is an infection of the small intestine caused by the parasite, Ascaris lumbricoides. Ascariasis infection usually causes no symptoms, but heavier infestation can lead to problems in the lungs or intestines. The multiplication of Ascaris worms results in symptoms like internal bleeding, muscular pain, fever, anaemia and blockage of the intestinal passage.