What is Hookworm?
What type of parasite causes hookworm infection?
Nematode worms
What is the primary mode of transmission for hookworms?
skin-to-soil contact
What simple practice can help prevent hookworm infection when walking in areas with contaminated soil?
Wearing shoes or sandals
What is a common symptom of hookworm infection that affects the digestive system?
Abdominal pain
What are the common medications used to treat hookworm infection?
albendazole and mebendazole.
What are the two most common species of hookworm that infect humans?
Ancylostoma duodenale and Necator americanus
When hookworm larvae enter the body through the skin, where do they migrate before reaching the intestines?
the lungs
Besides wearing shoes, what hygiene practice is essential to reduce hookworm transmission?
Proper handwashing
What is the term for the medical condition characterized by a reduced number of red blood cells due to hookworm infection?
Anemia
What is the purpose of deworming campaigns in hookworm-endemic areas?
Treat infected individuals
How do hookworms typically enter the human body?
Through the skin, usually through the feet
How can hookworm eggs contaminate food or water sources and lead to infection?
When people defecate outside or use feces as fertilizer.
How can communities prevent the contamination of soil with hookworm eggs?
Promoting proper sanitation and waste disposal
In severe cases, what cognitive or developmental issues can occur in children with hookworm infection?
learning difficulties or stunted growth
In addition to medication, what other treatments might be necessary for individuals with severe hookworm-related anemia?
Iron supplements
What is the primary organ or system in the human body that hookworms affect?
The digestive system
Name one way hookworm infection can be transmitted within a household.
Through shared contaminated items.
What is the role of clean water in hookworm prevention?
Reducing the risk of ingesting hookworm eggs
What is the primary method of diagnosing hookworm infection in a healthcare setting?
Stool sample analysis
What should individuals do after receiving a prescription for hookworm treatment to ensure effectiveness?
Completing the full course of medication