What is amebiasis? Know everything about amebiasis Amebiasis ,also known as amebic dysentery is caused by any amoeba of Entameoba genus which mostly affects the intestines. It is called a parasitic infection of the intestines that affect the digestion and absorption capacity. Many times, dysentery and diarrhea may be confused,but both are different medical conditions. See all about diarrhea here. What is the causative organism of amebiasis or amebic dysentery? Amebiasis is caused by a parasite named entamoeba histolytica. · Where is the parasite entameba histolytica found? The parasite most commonly dwells in the large intestine somehow causing damage sometimes to the colon and spreading infection to the nearby alimentary structures. · The damage can cause the infection of colon (colitis), diarrhea leading to dehydration, acute dysentery. The parasite when enters the blood stream...
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