Entamoeba hartmanni is a tiny parasite that lives in the intestines of humans. While often overlooked, it plays an important role in understanding gut health and disease. This post will explore the characteristics of Entamoeba…
Entamoeba histolytica is a protozoan parasite known for causing amoebiasis, a disease that affects the intestines and can lead to severe symptoms such as dysentery and liver abscesses. This parasite is commonly found in areas…
The genus Cryptosporidium is a minute coccidian parasite of worldwide distribution that comprises a very large group of closely related obligate intracellular parasites. It was first observed in the gastric mucosal crypts of a laboratory…
Cyclospora cayetanensis is a microscopic parasite that causes an intestinal infection known as cyclosporiasis. It is primarily transmitted through the ingestion of contaminated food or water. The parasite is commonly found in tropical and subtropical…
Pneumocystis jiroveci is a fungal organism that can cause severe pneumonia in individuals with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS or undergoing immunosuppressive therapy. This opportunistic pathogen is commonly found in the lungs…
Toxoplasma gondii is a fascinating and complex parasite that infects a wide range of warm-blooded animals, including humans. It is estimated that over one-third of the world’s population has been exposed to this parasite, making…
Cystoisospora belli, formerly known as Isospora belli, is a parasite that can infect the intestines of humans. This parasite is typically found in tropical and subtropical regions, where poor sanitation and hygiene practices can contribute…
Blastocystis hominis is a microscopic parasite that causes an intestinal infection known as blastocystosis. It is primarily transmitted through the ingestion of contaminated food or water. The parasite is commonly found in tropical and subtropical…
Balantidium coli is the only ciliated protozoan and the largest protozoan parasite that routinely infects humans. The parasite causes a zoonotic disease (Balantidiasis), which occurs throughout the world, but the prevalence of human infection is…
