In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Occurrence of Lung Fluke 2. Geographical Distribution and Habitat of Lung Fluke 3. Development Phases. Occurrence of Lung Fluke: P. westermani, the 'lung fluke', occurs in the lungs of various mammals including man and more rarely in the brain, spinal cord and other organs of the pig, dog, cat, goat, cattle, fox, [...]
In this article we will discuss about the pathogenicity, prevention and treatment of Ascariasis disease caused by ascaris (Roundworm). The disease which is caused by Ascaris in man is known as Ascariasis. Man gets infection by consuming food and water contaminated with infective eggs. Ascaris is an important parasite of man which often occurs in high levels in population living [...]
Ancylostomiasis is the disease caused by the infection of old world hookworm, Ancyclostoma duodenale. Filariform larvae which occur in contaminated soil invade the host (man) and bore through the skin of feet into blood. Pathogenicity and Clinical Features of Ancylostomiasis: The hookworm infection is characterised by the observation of hyaline 'eggs' in a faecal smear from infected person. Mode [...]