Diphyllobothrium latum, commonly known as the broad fish tapeworm, is one of the largest tapeworm species infecting humans. It primarily resides in the small intestine of humans and other carnivorous Read More …
Diphyllobothrium latum
Author: Ms. Neha Sharma
Hymenolepis nana
Hymenolepis nana, commonly known as the dwarf tapeworm, is a parasitic tapeworm that primarily infects humans and is one of the most common tapeworms infecting humans worldwide, especially in areas Read More …
Nocardia
Introduction Nocardia is a genus of aerobic, gram-positive, partially acid-fast, branching filamentous bacteria found in soil, decaying organic matter, and water. They are opportunistic pathogens that cause nocardiosis, an infection Read More …
Actinomyces
Introduction Actinomyces are a group of filamentous, gram-positive, non-acid-fast, facultative anaerobic (or microaerophilic) bacteria that are part of the normal flora of the human oral cavity, gastrointestinal tract, and female Read More …
Mycetoma fungi
Introduction Mycetoma fungi is a chronic, granulomatous infection of the skin, subcutaneous tissue, and sometimes deeper structures like bone. It is characterized by the formation of tumor-like masses, sinus tracts, Read More …