Entamoeba histolytica-Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynote

Entamoeba histolytica-Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynote

Introduction Entamoeba histolytica is a protozoan parasite responsible for amoebic dysentery and amoebiasis. It primarily infects the intestinal tract, causing symptoms like diarrhea, abdominal pain, and sometimes liver abscesses. The parasite has two forms: the infectious cyst and the trophozoite, which causes tissue damage. E. …

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Ascaris lumbricoides-Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Adult Ascaris lumbricoides (roundworm)

Introduction Ascaris lumbricoides, commonly known as the “giant roundworm,” is a parasitic nematode (roundworm) that infects the intestines of humans. It is one of the most prevalent and widespread parasitic infections in the world, particularly in areas with poor sanitation and hygiene practices. Here is …

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Cylindrocarpon : Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Introduction Cylindrocarpon is a genus of fungi that belongs to the class Dothideomycetes. This genus is characterized by its cylindrical or slightly curved, hyaline (colorless) conidia, which are the asexual spores produced by the fungus. The name “Cylindrocarpon” is derived from Greek, where “cylindro” means …

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Curvularia: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Curvularia Colony characteristics on SDA-Reverse side view

Introduction Curvularia is a genus of filamentous fungi belonging to the family Pleosporaceae, commonly found in soil, decaying plant material, and various environmental niches. These fungi are known for their distinctive curved or sigmoid-shaped conidia (asexual spores), which give the genus its name. Characteristics: Pathogenicity: …

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