Hookworm

Question 1

Causative Agents

Answer 1

AD,NA
1. Ancylostoma duodenale
2. Necator americanus

Question 2

First sign

Answer 2

Pruritic rash

Question 3

Light infection

Answer 3

itching and localized rash

Question 4

Heavy infection

Answer 4

FAWADA
1. Fatigue
2. Anemia
3. Weight Loss
4. Anorexia
5. Diarrhea
6. Abdominal Pain

Question 5

DOC

Answer 5

AMI
1. Albendazole 400 mg single dose for adult (half in children)
2. Mebendazole 100 mg BID for 3 days/ 500 mg PO once
3. ivermectin 150 to 200 mg/kg PO once