Bertielliasis
Bertielliasis
Bertielliasis (pronunciation: ber-tee-ell-ee-uh-sis) is a rare parasitic infection caused by the tapeworm Bertiella studeri or Bertiella mucronata. The disease is primarily found in non-human primates but can also infect humans, particularly in areas with poor sanitation.
Etymology
The term "Bertielliasis" is derived from the genus name Bertiella, which was named in honor of Italian parasitologist, Dr. Enrico Berti. The suffix "-iasis" is derived from the Greek word "ίασις", meaning "state" or "condition", often used in medical terminology to denote a disease condition.
Symptoms
The symptoms of Bertielliasis can vary, but often include abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, and weight loss. In severe cases, the infection can lead to malnutrition and anemia.
Transmission
Bertielliasis is transmitted through the fecal-oral route. Humans can become infected by ingesting food or water contaminated with the eggs of the Bertiella tapeworm, which are passed in the feces of an infected individual or animal.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of Bertielliasis is typically made by identifying Bertiella eggs or proglottids (segments of the tapeworm) in a stool sample.
Treatment
Treatment for Bertielliasis typically involves the administration of anthelmintic drugs, such as Praziquantel or Niclosamide, which are designed to kill parasitic worms.
Prevention
Prevention of Bertielliasis primarily involves maintaining good personal hygiene and sanitation practices, including regular handwashing and the safe disposal of human and animal feces.
Related Terms
- Parasitology: The study of parasites and parasitic diseases.
- Anthelmintic: A type of drug used to treat parasitic worm infections.
- Tapeworm: A type of flatworm that lives in the digestive tract of vertebrates.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bertielliasis
- Wikipedia's article - Bertielliasis
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