Why some parasitic worms persist in people December 2, 2024 – Posted in: General, Infection, Information, Uncategorized

As hosting gigs go, it’s a tough crowd. More than 1 billion people are host to parasitic worms that take up residence in their intestines. For most, it’s a short stay, with the immune system evicting the worms in days or weeks and leaving no trace that the parasites were ever there. In a small percentage of people and other animals, though, the worms gain a permanent mouth-hold and can stick around the intestines for…

Parasitic lung diseases October 29, 2024 – Posted in: General, Infection, Information

Abstract Parasitic lung diseases are caused by a number of parasites as a result of transient passage in the lung or as a result of an immunologic reaction. The clinical presentation may be in the form of focal or cystic lesions, pleural effusion or diffuse pulmonary infiltrates. With increasing globalisation, it is important to consider parasitic infections in the differential diagnosis of lung diseases. This is particularly important since early identification and prompt therapy result…

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32 scary parasitic diseases October 8, 2024 – Posted in: General, Infection, Parasite

Parasites can cause a wide range of diseases in humans, ranging from short-term to lifelong. Parasitic diseases, which are passed on to people via parasites found in contaminated food, water, soil or bugs that bite humans, can be relatively uncommon in some parts of the world. In other regions, though, they can be absolutely devastating. Some parasites can cause illnesses that are temporary, but some trigger lifelong medical problems. Not all parasitic diseases are due…

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Don’t Ignore These Early Symptoms of Parasites In Your Body July 3, 2024 – Posted in: Infection, Information, Parasite, Uncategorized

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Toxoplasmosis June 25, 2024 – Posted in: Infection, Information, Uncategorized

Overview Toxoplasmosis (tok-so-plaz-MOE-sis) is an infection with a parasite called Toxoplasma gondii. People often get the infection from eating undercooked meat. You can also get it from contact with cat feces. The parasite can pass to a baby during pregnancy. Most individuals infected with the parasite show no symptoms. Some may experience flu-like symptoms. Severe disease typically affects infants and individuals with weakened immune systems. Toxoplasmosis during pregnancy can lead to miscarriage and birth defects.…

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The Main Symptoms of Parasitic Infection – Posted in: Infection, Information, Uncategorized

Parasitic infections, though unpleasant, are far more common than you might think. They are often responsible for various health issues we experience. From digestive problems to post-traumatic stress disorder, a parasitic infection can impact both your physical and mental health. Parasitic infections are not limited to underdeveloped countries; they also occur in many developing and developed nations worldwide. These infections can affect anyone, regardless of gender, race, or socioeconomic status. If you consume exotic meals…

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PARASITES – The Full List of Most Common Parasites That Can Live In Human Body – Posted in: Infection, Information, Parasite, Uncategorized

Talking about parasites can be unpleasant – even scary. But living in denial, and thinking that parasites do not exist in the human body that much, or that they cannot do us any harm, can lead to misdiagnosing several common health issues. Thus, let’s not deny these tiny invaders anymore, and talk about this unpleasant topic. Parasites exist, and it is estimated that the majority of people may have parasites in their bodies. Moreover, up…

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Types of human parasites and parasitic infections – Posted in: Infection, Information, Parasite, Uncategorized

Three types of parasites can cause disease in humans. They are protozoa, carried by mosquitos, helminths, such as roundworm, and ectoparasites, for instance lice and bed bugs. Parasites are organisms that live in or on a living host of another species. They survive by taking nutrients from this host. In this article, we detail the different types of parasites and parasitic infections that can affect humans. There are three types of parasites that can cause…