Microbiology Interview Question:

Several years ago there was an outbreak of Trichinosis among a group of Vietnam immigrants in New York that had made their own pork sausage. About 30 people who ate the sausage all become ill. Which of the following statements is false about Trichinella spiralis?

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* A. It can be spread by eggs passed in the stool
* B. It is a tissue nematode that induces a high eosinophil response
* C. It is a disease of meat eating animals
* D. It is usually self limiting
* E. Heavy infection causes symptoms of diarrhea and abdominal pain that progresses to fever, facial and periorbital edema and myalgias

Correct Answer: A
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