medical parasitology

Medical parasitology is the study of parasites that cause diseases in humans, including protozoa, worms, and ectoparasites. It examines how these organisms infect, spread, and affect the body, as well as ways to diagnose, treat, and prevent the illnesses they cause. Understanding parasite biology and life cycles helps healthcare providers manage infections like malaria, giardiasis, and schistosomiasis. This field is essential for controlling parasitic diseases worldwide, especially in regions with limited healthcare resources, and plays a key role in improving public health and reducing disease burden.