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Prevalence of intestinal parasitic pathogens in HIV-seropositive individuals in Northern India

Mohandas1, Rakesh Sehgal, Archana Sud

  • 1Department of Parasitology, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.

Japanese Journal of Infectious Diseases
|August 27, 2002
PubMed

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Intestinal parasitic infections affect 30% of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-positive patients, with Cryptosporidium parvum being most common. Early detection and awareness are crucial for managing these infections in immunocompromised individuals.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Parasitology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Immunocompromised Hosts

Background:

  • Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection can compromise the immune system, increasing susceptibility to opportunistic infections.
  • Intestinal parasitic infections are a significant cause of morbidity in immunocompromised individuals, particularly those with HIV.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of intestinal parasitic infections in HIV-seropositive individuals.
  • To identify the specific types of intestinal parasites and their association with clinical symptoms like diarrhea.

Main Methods:

  • Fecal samples were collected from 120 HIV-seropositive patients.
  • Samples were analyzed to detect various intestinal parasites using appropriate diagnostic methods.

Main Results:

  • 30% of HIV-seropositive patients (36 out of 120) were infected with at least one intestinal parasite.
  • Cryptosporidium parvum (10.8%) and Giardia lamblia (8.3%) were the most prevalent parasites.
  • 75% of infected patients experienced diarrhea, with C. parvum being the most frequently associated parasite.

Conclusions:

  • Intestinal parasitic infections are common in HIV-seropositive patients.
  • Routine screening for intestinal parasites is recommended in this population.
  • Increased clinician awareness is necessary for timely diagnosis and management.

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