Chocolomastix mesnili
Definition
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Commensal, non-pathogenic flagellate of the intestinal tract.
General informations
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The transmission is faecal-oral, cysts are excreted and are the actual infectious form. The trophozoites are located in the colon.
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Etiology
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Occurrence in poor hygienic conditions (contaminated water and contaminated food).
Clinic
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Only in exceptional cases (immune deficiency) diarrhoea can occur.
Diagnosis
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Microscopy of the stool: mononuclear, lemon-shaped cysts measuring about 6-10 µm x 4-6 µm.
Therapy
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No therapy required.
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