Cutaneous Manifestations of Malaria — MCQs

The following pathological features are associated with Plasmodium falciparum except-

A 34-year-old lady presents with high grade fever with chills and rigors. On examination a firm spleen is felt 3 cm below costal margin with right upper quadrant tenderness. Peripheral smear was prepared. Diagnosis is?

Which of the following statements regarding diagnosis of malaria are true?

Which among the following occupations is a risk factor for cutaneous larva migrans?

In a community with one lakh population, 20,000 slides were examined in a particular year. Out of these 100 were positive for malarial parasite. What is the Annual Parasite Incidence (API) in this community ?

In the context of malaria control, when is regular insecticidal spray recommended based on the Annual Parasite Index (API)?

JSB stain is used for which parasite?

Adult scabies is characterized by which of the following?

An 8-month-old child presented with itchy, exudative lesions on the face, palms, and soles. The siblings also have similar complaints. Which of the following is the treatment of choice?

An infant presents with papulovesicular lesions on the palms, soles, face, and trunk. What is the most likely diagnosis?