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Strongyloidiasis
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Summary
Strongyloidiasis is a
Parasitic Infection
caused by the
Nematode Strongyloides stercoralis
, which can lead to chronic,
Asymptomatic Infections
but may become life-threatening in
Immunocompromised Individuals
due to the potential for
Hyperinfection syndrome
and
Disseminated Disease
. It is primarily transmitted through
Skin contact
with
Contaminated Soil
, making it more prevalent in tropical and sub
Tropical Regions
.
Concepts
Parasitology
Nematode Infections
Hyperinfection syndrome
Immunocompromised Host
Soil-Transmitted Helminths
Tropical Medicine
Infectious Diseases
Epidemiology
Public Health
Antiparasitic Agents
Ivermectin
Intestinal Parasites
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