[The effect of parasites on enteric bacterial flora]
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Abstract:
In this paper, the intestinal bacterial flora is described and the functions of permanent bacterial flora and its individual members is discussed. The pertinent publications about the factors which effects the bacterial flora and specially relations between intestinal parasites and bacterial flora is reviewed. Among these parasites giardia, amoebae, B. coli and Ascaris may change bacterial population by causing malabsorption syndromes. Some drugs used in treatment of parasitic infestations may have harmful effects on normal intestinal bacterial flora. In parasitic diseases the probable floral changes could be looked for and taken into the consideration for a successful treatment of the patients.
Insights
This review discusses how intestinal parasites and their treatments disrupt the gut bacterial flora, leading to malabsorption. Understanding these floral changes is crucial for effective patient treatment.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Parasitology
- Gastroenterology
Context:
- The intestinal bacterial flora plays a vital role in host health.
- Factors influencing gut microbiota composition are complex and multifactorial.
- The interaction between intestinal parasites and bacterial flora is a significant area of research.
Purpose:
- To describe the intestinal bacterial flora and its functions.
- To review factors affecting gut microbiota, focusing on parasite-microbiota interactions.
- To highlight the impact of parasitic infections and treatments on intestinal flora.
Summary:
- Intestinal parasites such as Giardia, amoebae, Balantidium coli, and Ascaris can alter bacterial populations by inducing malabsorption syndromes.
- Certain medications used to treat parasitic infestations can negatively impact the normal intestinal bacterial flora.
- Probable alterations in gut flora during parasitic diseases should be identified and considered for successful patient management.
Impact:
- This review emphasizes the importance of considering gut flora dynamics in the context of parasitic diseases.
- Recognizing floral changes can lead to improved therapeutic strategies and patient outcomes.
- Highlights the need for further research into the intricate relationship between parasites, gut microbiota, and host health.