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…
