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The disease caused by Entamoeba gingivalis is transmitted by

The disease caused by Entamoeba gingivalis is transmitted by Correct Answer By kissing and using the same utensil

Concept:-

  • Entamoeba gingivalis: it is a non-pathogenic ameba that inhabits the human oral cavity and occasionally other sites.
  • It is found in the mouth inside the gingival pocket biofilm near the base of the teeth, and in periodontal pockets. Entamoeba gingivalis is found in 95% of people with gum disease and rarely in people with healthy gums.
  • Trophozoites are transmitted person-to-person orally by kissing or fomites (such as eating utensils).
  • The trophozoite stage of E. gingivalis is morphologically similar to that of E. histolytica.

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