Download University of Jaffna MBBS 2013 November Medical Parasitology Question Paper

UNIVERSITY OF JAFFNA, SRI LANKA

SECOND EXAMINATION FOR MEDICAL DEGREES (PART I) November 2013

Medical Parasitology

Date : 28.11.2013

Time allowed: 2 hours

1. 1. Describe the clinical signs and symptoms of Plasmodium falciparum in relation to the life cycle. (60 Marks)

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   2. Discuss the possibilities for the resurgence of malaria-outbreak in Sri Lanka. (40 Marks)
2. 1. Name the protozoan parasite that causes amoebic dysentery in humans. (05 Marks)
   2. How will you confirm the diagnosis of the above condition? (20 Marks)
   3. Describe the pathogenesis and other complications that could occur as a result of the above parasitic infections. (50 Marks)

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   4. What are the measures that you will take to prevent further spreading of the above diseases in the community? (25 Marks)
3. 1. Name the parasite/s causing visceral Leishmaniasis in humans. (10 Marks)
   2. Outline the general life cycle of the parasite/s which you mentioned above. (25 Marks)
   3. Briefly describe the clinical features of the above condition. (25 Marks)

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   4. Discuss the major challenges in the eradication of the above disease. (40 Marks)
4. Write short notes on the following:
   1. Hook worm infestation in children (35 Marks)
   2. Trichomoniasis (35 Marks)
   3. Cutaneous Larva Migrans (30 Marks)

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