A contact lens wearer and cat owner begins to experience problems with her eye. The eye is inflamed and painful, and examination of the eye reveals that the conjunctiva is ulcerating. Which of the following parasites is most likely responsible?

A. Acanthamoeba
B. Cryptosporidium parvum
C. Entamoeba histolytica
D. Toxoplasma gondii
E. Trypanosoma cruzi


Answer: A

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