Question

Choose the most appropriate answer:
A. Enterobius vermicularis-pin worm
B. Strongyloids stercoralis-Thread worm
C. Wuchereria bancrofti-Filarial worm
D. Dracunculus medinensis-Guinea worm

• A. Only B and C are correct
• B. Only A and B are correct
• C. A, B, C and D are correct
• D. Only B, C and D are correct

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

This question relates to the classification and common names of different parasitic worms known to infect humans. Let's examine each option:

1. Enterobius vermicularis - Pinworm: Enterobius vermicularis is commonly known as the pinworm. It is a common intestinal parasite, especially in children. They are known for causing the condition known as enterobiasis or pinworm infection. Thus, option A is correct.
2. Strongyloides stercoralis - Threadworm: Strongyloides stercoralis, commonly known as threadworm, causes strongyloidiasis. This parasitic worm predominantly affects the intestinal system. Therefore, option B is correct.
3. Wuchereria bancrofti - Filarial Worm: Wuchereria bancrofti is known as a filarial worm, causing lymphatic filariasis, commonly referred to as elephantiasis due to severe swelling it can cause. Hence, option C is correct.
4. Dracunculus medinensis - Guinea Worm: Dracunculus medinensis is often referred to as the guinea worm, responsible for guinea worm disease, a painful condition associated with drinking contaminated water. Thus, option D is correct.

Given the explanations above, all the pairs (A, B, C, and D) correctly correspond to their respective types of worms and their commonly used names. Therefore, the correct answer is:

• A, B, C, and D are correct.