Collection: Infections & Parasites

Infections & Parasites

Any disease or condition brought on by parasites living and reproducing inside your body is referred to as Infections & Parasites. Organisms that are parasites require another living thing (a host) in order to obtain the nutrients they require to survive.

The symptoms of intestinal sickness brought on by parasitic infections frequently include vomiting and diarrhea. However, they can also infect other areas of your body, such as your brain or lungs, or cause irritating skin rashes.

What are Infections & Parasites Diseases?

A wide variety of infectious diseases fall under this group, including some that are spread by sexual contact, such as HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and diarrheal illnesses, as well as others that can be prevented by vaccination, like measles and those brought on by tropical parasites, like malaria and hookworm.