Parasitic Diseases List

All types of lice share two things in common: They spread via human contact, and they feed on blood. Lice are types of parasitic insects that feed on human blood. There are three types: head lice ( Pediculus humanus capitis) body lice ( Pediculus humanus corporis) pubic lice, or "crabs" ( Pthirus pubis) Read on to learn about how lice survive and spread, as well as your treatment options for getting rid of them. Do head lice feed on blood? Whether you have lice on your head, pubic area, or elsewhere, all of these parasites survive by sucking on blood. They do this by biting your skin to retrieve blood for feeding. Without human blood, lice become dehydrated and can't survive or lay their eggs (called "nits"). Most head lice can't survive without blood longer than 1 to 2 days . Body lice may live without human blood for 2 to 5 days. Do lice nits suck blood? Nits are lice eggs that lay along skin folds, in your hair, or in the seams of clothing. Nits don'...

Thrombocytopenia is common in those who have chronic liver disease, such as cirrhosis. It can be a diagnostic marker for liver disease. Thrombocytopenia is a condition that occurs when the platelet count is too low. Platelets are a component of blood that help to heal wounds by creating a blood clot or scab. Cirrhosis is when scar tissue develops on the liver and replaces healthy tissue, permanently damaging it and limiting its function. As the condition continues to worsen, the liver begins to fail. This article will explain the link between thrombocytopenia and cirrhosis. It will also mention treatment for both and when to contact a doctor. Thrombocytopenia is the most common blood disorder found in chronic liver disease patients and occurs in up to 78% of patients with cirrhosis. Thrombocytopenia is usually considered a marker for liver disease. This condition was previously thought to result from liver problems such as portal hypertension. However, research over the years has fou...

The Doberman Pinscher, or Dobie, is an energetic breed that loves human interaction. The best insurance policy for a Doberman may not match that of a smaller dog breed. This is why we've dedicated this insurance guide to Dobermans. Dobies are among the most popular dog breeds and make excellent family dogs and guardians. Each dog is unique, and your budget isn't the same as your neighbor's. So we've compiled a list of health insurance considerations to help you find the best fit for your needs. At 24 to 28 inches tall and weighing 60 to 100 pounds, this breed is as easily susceptible to accidents and illnesses as any other canine. And like all other purebreds, they are prone to more health concerns than most mixed breeds, making pet insurance an excellent investment consideration. At A Glance Note: Clicking the above links take you to each company's website to learn more and get a quote. If you make a purchase, w...

Newswise — Animal-Assisted interventions (AAI) are implemented in hospitals and rehabilitation centers to produce many advantages for the patients but could expose them to pathogens transmission, a process known as zoonosis. It is therefore important to consider the possible occurrence of pathogens during the AAIs, and to define the state of the art of AAIs through a careful benefits/challenges analysis.  The review, " Human-Animal Interaction in Animal-Assisted Interventions  (AAI)s: Zoonosis Risks, Benefits, and Future Directions—A One Health Approach ," was recently published in the MDPI journal Animals . The discussion points to possible future perspectives according to a One Health approach in light of the health and safety in AAIs.  Positive animal welfare, as preventative medicine to avoid incidents or transmission of pathogens, is a relevant aspect with implications for human and animal health and wellbeing. For this reason, the authors propose...

First meetings are always awkward, aren't they? Well, I have the perfect icebreaker: Did you know that my husband, Jared, has hemophilia? Most people I meet are taken aback by this. Those with a thirst for knowledge are often intrigued. How often does one meet a person with hemophilia, anyway? Just so you have an idea, according to the Cleveland Clinic, about 10 in 100,000 people have hemophilia type A in the U.S. Jared is even rarer, as he has hemophilia type B, which affects only 3 in 100,000 people in the U.S. Don't worry, he's used to it If you're hearing about hemophilia for the first time, you might be concerned, given the lifelong nature of the condition. You might fear that this invisible illness could be terminal. But although hemophilia has no cure yet, it is quite manageable, if you know how to live with it. Fortunately, Jared is quite well adjusted with his hemophilia. He's lived with hemophilia since he was born, so he knows the ins and outs o...

Acclaimed singer Tina Turner has died at age 83, a spokesperson for the performer confirmed on Wednesday. "Tina Turner, the 'Queen of Rock'n Roll,' has died peacefully today at the age of 83 after a long illness in her home in Kusnacht near Zurich, Switzerland," the spokesperson's statement read. "With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model." Turner had suffered from poor health in recent years. She had an intestinal cancer diagnosis in 2016 and underwent a kidney transplant in 2017. Over her long career, she won eight Grammy Awards and had stars on both the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the St. Louis Walk of Fame. Turner had been living in Switzerland with her husband, German music executive Erwin Bach, since 1994. Tina Turner performs in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, on April 8, 1985. She died Wednesday at age 83. Paul Bergen/Getty "With her music and her boundless passion for life, she enchanted millions of fans around the worl...

Fascioliasis is common in many parts of the world, particularly in areas where traditional livestock husbandry is a common practice. In recent years the number of human fascioliasis has increased drastically with the estimates ranging from 2.4 million to 17 million people infected [11]. Fascioliasis is endemic in many countries in Asia including Iran, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. According to 41 studies in 13 Asian countries during 2000–2015, fascioliasis among cattle has been estimated at 0.7–69.2% followed by buffaloes (2.1–68.0%), sheep (0.4–31.4%), and goats (0.0–47.0%) [12]. Sistan and Baluchestan province in southeastern Iran is neighbor to Pakistan and Afghanistan. In Pakistan, fascioliasis is mainly caused by F. gigantica as the predominant Fasciola species, and the overall prevalence in humans and livestock in the region was reported as 0.3% and 20.1%, respectively [12, 13]. Animal fascioliasis in Sistan and Baluchestsn has been investigated from 2008 to 2016...