Clinical Symptoms

• How are infections with Entamoeba hartmanni typically characterized?

  = Asymptomatic
• What is the most common clinical presentation of Entamoeba hartmanni infection?

  = No symptoms
• Which of the following statements is true regarding symptoms of Entamoeba hartmanni infection?a)Symptoms are similar to those of Entamoeba histolytica infection.b) Symptoms are severe and require immediate medical attention.c) Symptoms vary based on the age of the infected individual.

  d)Symptoms are always present but may be mild.

  = Symptoms are similar to those of Entamoeba histolytica infection.
• What percentage of individuals infected with Entamoeba hartmanni experience clinical symptoms?

  = Less than 10%
• What factors may contribute to the development of symptoms in Entamoeba hartmanni infection?

  = Immune status of the individual

  = Age of the infected individual

  = Nutritional status of the individual
• In rare cases, Entamoeba hartmanni infection may lead to:

  = Liver abscesses
• What is the usual duration of symptoms in individuals who experience clinical manifestations of Entamoeba hartmanni infection?

  =  Few weeks
• Which of the following is NOT a common clinical symptom of Entamoeba hartmanni infection?a)Nauseab) Weight lossc) Bloody diarrhead) Fatigue

  = Bloody diarrhea
• Which population group is more likely to develop symptomatic Entamoeba hartmanni infections?Children under 5 years oldb) Pregnant womenc) Elderly individualsd) Immunocompromised individuals

  = Immunocompromised individuals
• How is the diagnosis of Entamoeba hartmanni infection confirmed in asymptomatic individuals?

  = Microscopic examination of stool samples