Leishmaniasis Visceral Mediterranean-Central Asian

Leishmania visceral is a vector-borne infectious disease caused by a protozoan parasite of this species. It is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. The carrier is the Palestinian mosquito. The clinical picture of infection is characterized by a severe allergic reaction of the body in response to the introduction of the parasite. The toxins of the parasite released into the bloodstream cause severe toxicosis, fever and disorders of the internal organs. Over a long period of time, irreversible changes in tissues may develop. The average duration of treatment is up to five months. After recovery, a person develops lifelong immunity to this type of parasite. In some cases, re-infection is possible. To reduce the risk of infection, it is necessary to prevent contact with mosquitoes, maintain good hygiene, and use mosquito repellents. If infection does occur, you must immediately seek medical help.



Leishmaniasis is an infectious disease caused by parasitic protozoa of the genus Leishmania. These parasites are transmitted by the bite of infected insects that carry the infection. However, transmission of the disease from person to person is impossible. Leishmaniasis has two main forms: visceral, which affects internal organs,