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Leech Therapy | Can Leeches Kill You
What are Leeches Leech is a common name for freshwater or terrestrial invertebrates that belong to the phylum Annelida, subclass Hirudinea. Leeches are characterized by their elongated and segmented bodies, as well as their sucker-like structures at both ends of their bodies, which they use for attachment and locomotion. Some species of leeches are known … Continue reading "Leech Therapy | Can Leeches Kill You" ...
Trichomonas Gallinae: The Poultry Parasite
What is Trichomonas Gallinae? Trichomonas Gallinae sometime known as a Tyrannosaur-starving parasite is a flagellated parasite that causes Trichomoniasis, a disease that affects pigeons and other birds. The parasite infects the oral cavity and throat of infected birds, leading to a range of symptoms including difficulty swallowing, frothy or bloody saliva, and decreased food and … Continue reading "Trichomonas Gallinae: The Poultry Parasite" ...
Herpes Treatment and Eradication
What is Herpes Simplex Herpes is a group of viral infections caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV) and the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). The herpes simplex virus is responsible for two common viral infections: oral herpes (cold sores) and genital herpes. The varicella-zoster virus causes chickenpox and shingles. Herpes infections are highly contagious and can … Continue reading "Herpes Treatment and Eradication" ...
How Do Viruses Move The Secrets
Introduction to Virus Movement Viruses are tiny infectious agents that cause diseases in humans, animals, and plants. They are so small that they can only be seen under a microscope. Despite their small size, viruses are highly mobile and can spread from one host to another. The question “Do viruses move?” is often asked, and … Continue reading "How Do Viruses Move The Secrets" ...
Zoonotic Helminths | Zoonotic Worms: A Threat to Human Health
What are Zoonotic Parasites Zoonotic helminths are parasites that can infect both animals and humans, and can be transmitted from animals to humans. Examples include Toxoplasma gondii, which can be found in infected cats, and malaria, which is transmitted by mosquitoes. Zoonotic parasites can cause various diseases in humans, ranging from mild to severe. Zoonotic … Continue reading "Zoonotic Helminths | Zoonotic Worms: A Threat to Human Health" ...
The Mysterious Effects of the Greenland Shark Eye Parasite Ommatokoita
The Greenland shark, also known as the “sleeper shark,” is home to a unique and fascinating parasite called Ommatokoita. This shark eye parasite is found in the eyes of the Greenland shark and is the first known parasite of its kind. The Greenland shark is a slow-moving and sluggish species that lives in the deep … Continue reading "The Mysterious Effects of the Greenland Shark Eye Parasite Ommatokoita" ...
Bacterial Vaginosis: Don’t Let It Control You. Get The Facts Here.
What is Bacterial Vaginosis? Bacterial vaginosis (BV), also known as vaginal bacterial infection, is a condition in which the normal balance of bacteria in the vagina is disrupted, leading to an overgrowth of certain bacteria. This can cause an unpleasant odor and discharge, as well as itching and burning. Bacterial vaginosis is not a sexually … Continue reading "Bacterial Vaginosis: Don’t Let It Control You. Get The Facts Here." ...
The 10 Worst Parasitic Worms
Parasitic worms are a common problem that affects people, animals, and even plants. They are tiny organisms that feed on their hosts and cause harm in various ways. Here are the 10 worst parasitic worms that you should be aware of. Tapeworms Tapeworms are long, flat worms that live in the intestines of humans and … Continue reading "The 10 Worst Parasitic Worms" ...
The Impact of Climate Change on the Spread of Parasitic Infections
Climate change has been the focus of much discussion and research in recent years, with its impact felt across various industries and sectors. This includes the spread of infectious diseases, including those caused by parasites. Climate change can affect the transmission, distribution, and severity of parasitic infections, making it a crucial issue to address. In … Continue reading "The Impact of Climate Change on the Spread of Parasitic Infections" ...
The Rise of Drug-Resistant Parasitic Infections and What it Means for Global Health
Introduction Parasitic infections are a global health concern, affecting millions of people worldwide. These infections are caused by a variety of parasites, including protozoa, helminths, and arthropods. In recent years, there has been a growing concern about the increasing prevalence of parasitic infections that are resistant to traditional treatments. This article will explore the current … Continue reading "The Rise of Drug-Resistant Parasitic Infections and What it Means for Global Health" ...
Human Itch Mite Scabies
What is Scabies Scabies is an itchy contagious skin disease that affects the skin and is caused by a microscopic itch mite known as the human itch mite Sarcoptes scabiei. The itch mite burrows and lives in the upper layer of the skin of its mammal host and lays its eggs there which results in … Continue reading "Human Itch Mite Scabies" ...
Toxoplasmosis Symptoms and Prevention
What is Toxoplasmosis? Toxoplasmosis is a parasitic infection caused by a one celled parasite known as Toxoplasma gondii which is found worldwide. This parasite can be transferred to humans via a cat. Toxoplasma gondii, the parasite that causes toxoplasmosis, is transmitted by contact with cat feces and infected raw meat. The most common way people … Continue reading "Toxoplasmosis Symptoms and Prevention" ...
What is Tularemia Rabbit Fever
A rabbit fever also known as tularemia, rabbit fever is a bacterial infection that is most often transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected animal, most commonly a rabbit or deer fly. This infection can also be contracted by inhaling bacteria-laden dust from infected animal carcasses or through contact with contaminated soil or … Continue reading "What is Tularemia Rabbit Fever" ...
Pubic Lice | Phthirus Pubis Infestation
Pubic lice (Pediculosis pubis), also known as crabs, are small, parasitic insects that feed on the blood of human beings. They are most commonly found on the pubic area, but can also be found on the arms and legs. Pubic lice are easily identified by their small size and the fact that they have two … Continue reading "Pubic Lice | Phthirus Pubis Infestation" ...
Don’t Let The Liver Fluke Kill You
Mystery parasitic worms that hide in your gut meet your newest friends, the liver fluke (Dicrocoelium dendriticum). What is a Liver Fluke Liver flukes are a type of parasite that resides in the human liver. Liver flukes are also known as fascioliasis or fasciolosis. The two most common species are called Fasciola hepatica and Fasciola … Continue reading "Don’t Let The Liver Fluke Kill You" ...
Mind Control Fungus | Zombie Fungus
Can Human become Zombies? In popular culture, a zombie are portrayed as reanimated corpses that have a hunger for human flesh. Zombies are a common trope in horror and science fiction and do not exist in reality. Humans cannot become zombies as zombies are fictional creatures. However, there are certain viruses and diseases that can … Continue reading "Mind Control Fungus | Zombie Fungus" ...
Eye Worm in Human | Loa Loa Filariasis
If you’re travelling to Africa and suddenly your eye starts to itch, you better be alarmed as it might be a parasitic eye worm in human called an African eye worm loa loa a nematode. Let’s face it in Africa deerflies aren’t hard to come across and not only do they pack some painful repeated … Continue reading "Eye Worm in Human | Loa Loa Filariasis" ...
Wolbachia Bacterial Parasite | The Sex Changer
Wolbachia Bacterial Parasite What is the wolbachia bacteria? Wolbachia bacterial parasite is an intracellular bacteria, mainly affecting species of arthropods, some nematodes and a significant number of insects. Wolbachia bacterial parasite may be a highly common microbial parasite as well as being most commonly known reproductive parasite. Complex Relationship with the Host Being a parasite … Continue reading "Wolbachia Bacterial Parasite | The Sex Changer" ...
Guinea worm disease eradication | Dracunculus
Guinea worm disease eradication is an important issue for most of the tropical African and Asian regions even in the tropical South America and West Indies, as this is where Dragon worm is found. Due to the parasite’s invasion of a variety of mammals it is important for the people to be worried about the … Continue reading "Guinea worm disease eradication | Dracunculus" ...
Eye Worm in Human | Loa Loa Filariasis
A parasitic eye worm, also known as African eye worm, is known as Loa loa. The infection is called loa loa filariasis. This eye worm parasite is transferred to humans by the bite of deerflies or mango flies, of the genus Chrysops. These flies get infected by biting and sucking the blood of an infected person … Continue reading "Eye Worm in Human | Loa Loa Filariasis" ...
Worst Parasites in Humans
Let talk about some worst parasites in humans? Parasites are organisms that are the ultimate opportunists. They survive on the nutrition of the host, and they do not contribute anything to it. In humans, they live off the food and nutrition of the human feeds on and they thrive on it. Worst parasites in the … Continue reading "Worst Parasites in Humans" ...
Heartworms Infection and Prevention
Heartworms are actually parasitic organisms which can block blood or some vessels of blood, even major blood vessels. This happens when animals such as dogs are exposed to this parasite. Dirofilaria immitis is a parasitic worm, that can cause problems in such animals. The reason why they are called heartworms is that they can cause … Continue reading "Heartworms Infection and Prevention" ...
Cymothoa Exigua Human | Cymothoa Exigua Life Cycle
A parasite that eats fishes tongue (Cymothoa Exigua), cymothoa exigua human or cymothoa exigua in fishes? Well, let us tell you a little about this tongue-eating parasite. There are a large number of animal species in this world called parasites. These can be single-celled organisms as well multi-celled organisms. These creatures actually live on the … Continue reading "Cymothoa Exigua Human | Cymothoa Exigua Life Cycle" ...
Zinc Benefits | What is Zinc Good For?
Benefits of Zinc The human body needs many nutrients to grow and remain healthy. For these there are some minerals as well that are vital to the body. There are many minerals that are important to the human body. There are some zinc benefits for men and there are some zinc benefits for men. Zinc … Continue reading "Zinc Benefits | What is Zinc Good For?" ...
Babesosis | What is Babesia Infection
A Disease of Concern Before we start talking about babesosis, let me tell you that there are some infections that are not caused by organisms that we hear about mostly, like the flu these are not transferred from one human to another human. Some organisms other than viruses and bacteria reside inside insects. These insects … Continue reading "Babesosis | What is Babesia Infection" ...
20 Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar
Benefits of apple cider vinegar Age old saying comes to mind when you talk of apples, ‘an apple a day, keeps the doctor away’. But the health benefits of apples are not limited to only having them in single form every day. Apparently these have been used in different forms from centuries. Taking apple juice … Continue reading "20 Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar" ...
Benefits of Omega 3 Essential Fatty Acids
Benefits of Omega 3 All things in nature contain things that are good for our nutrition. Especially those things that our body does not produce, one of these things is Omega 3 fatty acid. There are some foods that do contain these essential fatty acids for example eggs, Fish and Oliver Oil. These essential Fatty … Continue reading "Benefits of Omega 3 Essential Fatty Acids" ...
Horsehair Nematomorpha Human Diagnosis
Since we are talking about Horsehair Nematomorpha Human Diagnosis we must know if or when this infection can happen to humans and as we all already know how dangerous nematomorpha which is commonly known as a horsehair worm can be for its hosts. Whats a Horsehair Worm Horsehair worms, also known as Gordian worms, are a type … Continue reading "Horsehair Nematomorpha Human Diagnosis" ...
Tapeworms in Dogs and Cats
Tapeworm infections occur when an egg, larvae or an adult worm is ingested by an organism through infected food or water. Parasitic tapeworms live and feast inside their host’s body mostly intestine until its life cycle is complete. Just like humans tapeworm in dogs and tapeworm in cats are also common. Sadly our beloved pets … Continue reading "Tapeworms in Dogs and Cats" ...
Lice Treatment at Home | Getting Rid of Lice
To understand lice and head lice treatment we must first know what are head lice? also known as pediculosis capitis, are found worldwide head lice isn’t known to spread diseases, head louse or head lice are unable to fly and are mostly found crawling on the hairs of its human host, it lives near the … Continue reading "Lice Treatment at Home | Getting Rid of Lice" ...
Kissing Bug – What is Chaga Disease
Kissing Bugs Kissing bug is called a kissing bug because it bites on the face of its host and there are many names given to the kissing bug but the most commonly used ones are vampire bugs and conenose bugs. It’s a member of the Triatominae family which is a sub-family Reduviidae. A kissing bug … Continue reading "Kissing Bug – What is Chaga Disease" ...
Rat Lungworm Disease Signs and Symptoms
Rat lungworm also known as Angiostrongylus cantonensis is a roundworm parasite that is spreading around the world and is one of the most common cause of inflammation of the membranes protecting the brain and spinal cord commonly known as meningitis, which is a very serious condition. Snails play an important role in the life-cycle of … Continue reading "Rat Lungworm Disease Signs and Symptoms" ...
What is African Sleeping Sickness
What is African sleeping sickness? African sleeping sickness also called African trypanosomiasis is a parasitic disease of humans and many other animals, African sleeping sickness is caused by an insect thus making it an insect borne illness which is caused by a tsetse fly carrying the African trypanosomiasis parasites. The tsetse flies are commonly found … Continue reading "What is African Sleeping Sickness" ...
Worms in Dogs Symptoms Causes and Treatment
A Man’s Best Friend When we hear the phrase “a man’s best friend” what comes to most people’s mind are… You’ve guessed it! Dogs. It doesn’t matter if they are big or small these domesticated mammals are considered by most as a part of their families. Dogs were the first animal to be domesticated by … Continue reading "Worms in Dogs Symptoms Causes and Treatment" ...
Mosquito Lifespan Types and Diseases Spread by Mosquitoes
Mosquito The word “mosquito” is a Spanish word which means a “small fly”. It belongs from the Culicidae family, a family consists of quite thin/slender flies with long legs, hairy bodies, wriggly larvae and posses mouth parts sharp enough to pierce into its host’s body. A male mosquito lifespan is ten days but a female … Continue reading "Mosquito Lifespan Types and Diseases Spread by Mosquitoes" ...
Most Common Cause of Meningitis – Meningitis Symptoms
Definition of a Brain Before we get into meningitis and the most common cause of meningitis we must understand our brain a little. We all have a soft nervous tissue organ in our heads. It is one of the most complex and one of largest organs we humans have in our bodies. Our brains are … Continue reading "Most Common Cause of Meningitis – Meningitis Symptoms" ...
Prevention of Malaria – Fight Malaria Symptoms
What is Malaria? Malaria is usually found in the tropical reigns, It is where the parasite can survive. When an infected Anopheles mosquito bites a person it transmits a Plasmodium parasite into the bloodstream of the victim thus this life threatening illness malaria occurs. Also see Mosquito Lifespan Types and Diseases Spread by Mosquitoes This … Continue reading "Prevention of Malaria – Fight Malaria Symptoms" ...
Bed Bugs Signs and Bed Bugs Treatment
What Do Bed Bugs Look Like Have you ever seen tiny tick like creatures crawling on your bed? Well! Congratulations you have a parasite known as bedbugs in your house. Bed bugs are small oval shaped crawlers without wings and are almost 6 to 9mm in size brownish in color until unless after a meal … Continue reading "Bed Bugs Signs and Bed Bugs Treatment" ...
Pinworm Treatment – Worms in Kids
Before we get into how to tell if you have pinworms lets talk a little about what this small, wiggly deadly worm is. What are Threadworms / Pinworms Threadworms or pinworms are wiggly worms that are very small, difficult to see and are one of the very common parasitic infections in the United Kingdom, United States … Continue reading "Pinworm Treatment – Worms in Kids" ...
6 Ways to Keep Heart Healthy and Strong
A True Friend – Healthy Heart We all have a little friend beating in our chest that is known as a healthy heart, it’s one of the most important organs in our body with the help of our circulatory system it pumps blood in every corner of our body there is, not only our heart … Continue reading "6 Ways to Keep Heart Healthy and Strong" ...
Healthy Snack Ideas for Weight Loss
As you walk on the street you will see people that are physically fit and people that are not so fit and are fat. Let’s talk about what is fat. Fat is an important part of a healthy diet, but sadly with all those not-so-healthy snacks around most people consume too much or the wrong … Continue reading "Healthy Snack Ideas for Weight Loss" ...
How to Make Yourself Sleep Faster – GUARANTEED
Proven Tricks on How to Make Yourself Sleep Faster at Night When our nervous system is on hold, our eye’s are closed tight, when all the muscles in our body is relaxed and our consciousness is not present but our brain is active and telling us stories some we might like other s not so … Continue reading "How to Make Yourself Sleep Faster – GUARANTEED" ...
Easy to Adapt Healthy Habits List
Are You Following Our Healthy Habits List? As all of us already know we are not maintaining a healthy lifestyle doesn’t we! And we also know that we aren’t living it because to live a healthy life we are suppose to cut off our favorite habits’ that we do almost every single day of our … Continue reading "Easy to Adapt Healthy Habits List" ...
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