Parasites are organisms that feed on other organisms (hosts) to survive. Some parasites don’t intentionally affect their hosts, whereas there are others that reproduce, grow, or invade organ systems that result in the sickness of the host with a parasitic infection.
Parasitic infections are caused mainly due to three types of organisms, such as:
The symptoms of parasitic infection are mostly dependent on the host or organism they live off. Some of the prominently noticed symptoms include:
If you notice the symptoms of a parasitic infection that last longer than a couple of days, make an appointment with your doctor. The first stage of diagnosis involves various laboratory tests like a blood test, urine test, skin test, stool test, or phlegm test.
