Human parasites are also ubiquitous. They're found everywhere and live in almost every major organ of the body -- including the eyes, brain, blood and, most commonly, the murky backwaters of the gastrointestinal system. 15 нояб. 2007 г.
Are there parasites everywhere?
Parasites are little-understood, and they are everywhere. An ecologist explains why we need to learn more about them.
Where are parasites most commonly found?
Parasitic organisms are found almost everywhere, from tropical and sub-tropical regions to freezing places like Antarctica. Yet, what every parasite needs is an organism that provides food, shelter, and a place to reproduce. This organism is called a host.
Do humans have parasites normally?
It is estimated that around 80% of both adults and children have parasites in their gut. People can be infected with these parasites in a number of ways. The most common route is through the faecal oral route.
Where can you get parasites?
Parasitic infections can be spread in a number of ways. For example, protozoa and helminths can be spread through contaminated water, food, waste, soil, and blood. Some can be passed through sexual contact. Some parasites are spread by insects that act as a vector, or carrier, of the disease.
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