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    • Parasitology
    • Tropical Medicine
    • Military Health

    Background:

    • Leishmaniasis is a significant parasitic disease with diverse clinical presentations.
    • Military personnel deployed to endemic regions are particularly vulnerable to infection.
    • Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing leishmaniasis.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the risk of leishmaniasis in soldiers operating in endemic areas.
    • To emphasize the importance of considering leishmaniasis in the differential diagnosis of skin lesions in this population.

    Main Methods:

    • This abstract is based on clinical observations and established knowledge regarding leishmaniasis in deployed military forces.

    Main Results:

    • Soldiers are identified as a high-risk group for leishmaniasis.
    • Persistent skin lesions in this demographic warrant a high index of suspicion for leishmaniasis.

    Conclusions:

    • Medical providers should maintain a low threshold for diagnosing leishmaniasis in soldiers with persistent skin lesions.
    • Awareness and prompt evaluation are key to effective management of leishmaniasis in military personnel.