Snail articles
What is the definitive host for the parasite Angiostrongylus cantonensis?
What is the human medical condition resulting from L3 larvae migration to the CNS?
What is the infectious larval stage of Angiostrongylus cantonensis ingested by humans?
What specific component is tested via a lumbar puncture to confirm eosinophilic meningitis?
What is the reliable method to eliminate the parasite danger in mollusks intended for consumption?
What severe neurological symptom, though rare, can result from CNS tissue damage caused by the larvae?
Why is the time lag between ingestion and symptom onset significant for diagnosis?
What treatment strategy is typically employed for managing suspected Angiostrongylus cantonensis infection?
What specific risk is NOT mitigated by merely washing the surface of produce contaminated by snails?
In addition to direct ingestion, what mechanism creates a genuine concern for contamination when preparing garden food?
What specialized structure does the cone snail use to inject venom?
What are the toxic peptides that make up cone snail venom called?
Which species is grimly referred to as the "cigarette snail" due to its fast-acting venom?
What is the required decontamination step immediately following a cone snail envenomation?
Why is heat therapy suggested for treating cone snail envenomation?
For how long is sustained heat application (hot compress) ideally suggested for a cone snail sting?
What system do conotoxins primarily target in the victim's body?
What combination of factors heavily determines the survival outcome following a cone snail sting?
What is a potential result of a sting from a less potent cone snail species?