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Guinea worm disease (dracunculiasis) is caused by the parasitic worm Dracunculus medinensis.

When a person drinks contaminated water, the larvae are released in the digestive tract, mature into adult worms, and eventually emerge from the skin. 

On the other hand, hepatitis E, typhoid, and dysentery typically involve transmission via infected hosts or contaminated food and water sources.

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• Ticks and mites are members of the subclass Acari, which is a group of tiny arachnids that includes many parasitic species.
• Ticks are ectoparasites that feed on the blood of animals and humans, while mites include both free-living and parasitic species, with some feeding on skin, blood, or other bodily secretions.

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• IgE antibodies are responsible for triggering an allergic response when they combine with an allergen.
• This binding causes mast cells to release histamine and other chemical mediators, leading to allergic symptoms such as itching, swelling, and increased mucus production.

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Deficiency of phosphorus can cause leaves to develop a dark green coloration, as well as other symptoms such as stunted growth, purplish or reddish tints, and reduced yields.

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Green tea contains antioxidants and natural compounds like catechins that aid digestion and reduce bloating.

It also promotes a healthy gut by improving metabolism and supporting gut bacteria.

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Secretin is a hormone released from the small intestine that stimulates the liver (hepatic) and pancreas to secrete bile and bicarbonate-rich fluids.

It helps neutralize stomach acid in the duodenum for proper digestion.

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When handling an amputated part, the goal is to keep it cool to preserve tissue viability,

But avoid freezing it as that can cause further damage to the tissue and reduce the chance of successful reattachment. 

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Diazepam is a lipid-soluble drug, which allows it to cross the blood-brain barrier and have effects on the central nervous system.

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Residual volume is the amount of air that remains in the lungs after a maximum exhalation,

preventing the lungs from collapsing and allowing for continuous gas exchange.

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The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends a series of five Tetanus Toxoid (TT) doses for women of childbearing age as part of the Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus Elimination (MNTE) initiative.

The schedule is:

1. First dose: At the earliest opportunity (e.g., during pregnancy or delivery)
2. Second dose: 4-8 weeks after the first dose
3. Third dose: 6-12 months after the second dose
4. Fourth dose: 1 year after the third dose
5. Fifth dose: 5-10 years after the fourth dose (booster)