The drug of choice for the parasite Blastocystis hominis, which is believed to produce proteases and is considered a virulence factor responsible for its pathogenesis, is:
a. metronidazole.
b. albendazole.
c. tetracycline.
d. nitazoxanide.
A
The organism B. hominis produces proteases, which have been suggested to add to its virulence. The drug of choice to treat B. hominis infections is metronidazole (Flagyl).
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A salivary gland located near the ear:
What will be an ideal response?