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GlossaryParasitic Infections

invasion of the body by harmful parasites causing health issues

Parasitic infections, also known as parasitic diseases or parasitosis, occur when parasites such as protozoa, helminths, or ectoparasites invade the body, leading to various health issues. These infections can affect different organs and systems, causing symptoms ranging from mild discomfort to severe illness, and are often transmitted through contaminated food, water, or insect bites.

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research The Cat With Alopecia

1 citations , January 2006 in “Elsevier eBooks”

Cats lose fur due to various reasons, including allergies, infections, genetics, hormones, diet, cancer, stress, and some conditions are treatable while others are not.

research Distribution of Childhood Skin Diseases According to Age and Gender: A Single Institution Experience

18 citations , July 2018 in “Turk Pediatri Arsivi-turkish Archives of Pediatrics”

Skin diseases in Turkish children vary by age and gender, with infections, eczema, acne, and allergies most common.

research Characterization and Causal Investigations of an Alopecia Syndrome in Australian Fur Seals (Arctocephalus pusillus doriferus)

16 citations , April 2012 in “Journal of mammalogy”

Young female Australian fur seals are losing hair due to low tyrosine and zinc levels and high pollution exposure.

research Sarcoptic Mange in Reintroduced Red Foxes in South Korea: Case Histories, Clinical Assessments, Treatments, and Pathological Findings

May 2025 in “Animals”

Ongoing monitoring and treatment are crucial to manage sarcoptic mange in reintroduced red foxes.

research Teledermatology Service During the COVID-19 Pandemic in China: A Mobile Application-Based Retrospective Study

3 citations , August 2021 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”

Teledermatology was popular among young adults and women, and high-resolution photos improved service during the pandemic.

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