Concept in Definition ABC

The first beings that inhabited the Earth were tiny single-celled beings. In the classification animal these species are known as protozoa. Within the protozoa there are different subspecies: paramecia, amoebas and vorticellas.

If we focus on amoebas, this microscopic organism lives in water and ponds, usually in warm places. No wall mobile, does not have nervous system and they multiply asexually. As for his nutrition, feeds on decomposing particles. Only some amoebas become organisms that parasitize the human intestine.

To prevent them from reaching the intestine, it is recommended to chlorinate the water and filter it. Likewise, it is advisable to adopt hygiene measures with food raw and avoid consumption of unpeeled fruit.

Amebiasis is a parasitic disease

When amoebas settle in the intestines, amoebiasis occurs. This circumstance can trigger some pathologies: invasive colitis, dysenteric syndrome or even fulminant colitis (in the latter case, it is a disease that can be mortal). In some exceptional cases, the presence of amoebae in the intestine causes appendicitis or liver problems. Amebiasis can spread to other organs, such as the lung or brain.

This disease occurs normally in tropical countries. It must be taken into account that the natives are already immunized to these parasites, while the non natives have a weaker immune system in relation to the presence of amoebae in the organism.

The factors Risk associated with amoebiasis are the following: lack of food hygiene, unprotected sexual practices and, especially, drinking water contaminated by amoebae.

The most common medical treatment for this type of infection consists of manage Luminal amebicides, a drug that helps combat the most common symptoms. As for the diet, it is recommended that during the first days it is soft. As a general criterion, amebiasis heals in approximately three weeks.

Home remedies for amebiasis

Apart from conventional medical treatments, there are other alternatives to eliminate amoebas and parasites. Among the most popular home remedies, we can highlight some: the onion smoothie with honey, the seeds of blended papaya, castor oil in a glass of milk, garlic water or lemon seeds mixed with water.

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