A 5 year-old child was playing in their backyard. Suddenly, the child felt itchiness in his skin and began to scratch his body. Based on laboratory results, it was confirmed that the child was infected with hookworm.

A 5 year-old child was playing in their backyard. Suddenly, the child felt itchiness in his skin and began to scratch his body. Based on laboratory results, it was confirmed that the child was infected with hookworm.

Comprehensive Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter42: Basic Microbiology

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Fungal Infections

Fungal infection can be defined as an infectious disease caused by fungi. A fungal infection is also referred to as mycosis. Fungal infections are contagious, spreading from person to person. Mycosis can be contracted even from an infected animal or contaminated soil. The most common symptom is skin rashes and vaginal discharge in females.

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A 5-year-old child was playing in their backyard. Suddenly, the child
felt itchiness in his skin and began to scratch his body. Based on
laboratory results, it was confirmed that the child was infected with
hookworm. Answer the following questions:
1. What possible host-parasite relationship this case presents?
Explain why.
2. What possible mode of transmission the parasite has been
acquired? Explain why.
3. List all possible effects of parasite on the host. Explain each.

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