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Trichuriasis. A Brief Introduction to the World’s 3 rd Most Common Worm Infection. R ates from Trichuriasis by country (per 100,000 inhabitants). less than 5. most prevalent in hot and humid climates. 10-15. 35-40. 45-50. more than 60. A Brief Introduction. What is Trichuriasis.
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Trichuriasis A Brief Introduction to the World’s 3rd Most Common Worm Infection
Rates from Trichuriasis by country (per 100,000 inhabitants) less than 5 • most prevalent in hot and humid climates 10-15 35-40 45-50 more than 60 http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Trichuriasis_world_map_-_DALY_-_WHO2002.svg
A Brief Introduction • What is Trichuriasis • What is the cause of this NTD • Route of infection • Treatment and Preventative Measures
parasitic infection caused by Trichuris, commonly referred to as whip worm What is Trichuriasis?
parasitic infection caused by Trichuris, commonly referred to as whip worm Cause
parasitic infection caused by Trichuris, commonly referred to as whip worm Pathway of Infection
parasitic infection caused by Trichuris, commonly referred to as whip worm Treatment