Nematodes (Roundworms)

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This is elephantiasis.

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This isĀ Onchocerca volvulus infection.

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These are features of visceral larva migrans.

The patient is often asymptomatic.

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This is elephantiasis.

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The diagnosis is cutaneous larva migrans.

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These are characterized by "knobby-coated" eggs visible in feces under a microscope.

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This test will look for the presence of eggs stuck to the tape.

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Specifically, it may be from a deer fly, horse fly, or mango fly.

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This isĀ especially in patients who are immunocompromised.

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