Blastocystis infectious disease
MONDO:0005671Infections with organisms of the genus blastocystis. The species B. hominis is responsible for most infections. Parasitologic surveys have generally found small numbers of this species in human stools, but higher positivity rates and organism numbers in aids patients and other immunosuppressed patients (immunocompromised host). Symptoms include abdominal pain; diarrhea; constipation; vomiting; and fatigue.
Also known as: Blastocystis infection, infection, Blastocystis, infections, Blastocystis
2 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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NIH opens study to treat parasitic infections like malaria and worms
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study at the National Institutes of Health evaluates and treats people aged 3 and older with known or suspected parasitic infections, such as malaria, intestinal worms, and others. Participants receive standard medical care, not experimental treatments. The goal is to monito…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI stethoscope aims to spot hidden heart and lung problems in children
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis trial is developing an AI-powered device that listens to children's heart, breath, and bowel sounds to identify signs of common diseases like congenital heart disease, bronchopneumonia, and abdominal issues. It will involve 30,000 children aged 0-18, some with these conditio…
Sponsor: Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC