Diseases
Entamoeba histolytica
Entamoeba histolytica is a single-celled parasite that causes amoebic dysentery in humans, also known as amoebic dysentery or amoebic infection.
A common parasitic infection
Entamoeba histolytica is one of the most common pathogens in developing countries, especially in tropical and subtropical regions. An estimated 50 million people are infected annually, with hundreds of thousands dying as a result of the infection.
Amoebic dysentery is one of the most common parasitic infections in humans worldwide. Transmission typically occurs through contaminated food or water, especially in regions with inadequate sanitation facilities.
The main manifestations of amoebic dysentery are diarrhea, abdominal pain, and fever. In severe cases, the infection can lead to serious complications such as liver abscesses, which can be life-threatening. Entamoeba histolytica attacks the mucous membrane of the colon and can spread from there into the bloodstream, leading to dissemination of the infection throughout the body.
Further informations
Entamoeba histolytica
Entamoeba histolytica is a single-celled parasite from the group of amoebas.
The transmission of Entamoeba histolytica typically occurs through contaminated water or food that is contaminated with infected feces. It can also be transmitted through direct contact with infected feces. This often happens in areas with poor sanitary conditions.
- Mild to severe diarrhea
- Abdominal pain and cramps
- Fever
- Nausea and vomiting
- Weight loss
- Bloody stool
- Poor sanitary conditions
- Traveling to endemic areas
- Weakened immune system
