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Introduction Strongyloides stercoralis is a parasitic nematode (roundworm) that causes strongyloidiasis. It is unique among intestinal helminths because it can complete its life cycle inside and outside the human host. Read More …
Introduction Ancylostoma is a genus of parasitic hookworms that infect the human intestine, primarily causing hookworm disease. The infection is commonly caused by Ancylostoma duodenale and Ancylostoma braziliense, responsible for Read More …
Introduction Enterobius vermicularis, commonly known as the pinworm, is one of the most common intestinal nematode parasites affecting humans, particularly in children. The infection caused by this parasite is known Read More …
Introduction Ascaris lumbricoides is one of the most common intestinal nematodes (roundworms) that infect humans. It is the causative agent of ascariasis, a parasitic infection of the intestines. Ascaris lumbricoides Read More …
Introduction Medical Helminthology is a branch of parasitology that studies helminths, parasitic worms that cause human diseases. Helminths are multicellular, eukaryotic organisms that belong to several different taxonomic groups. They Read More …