Bertiellosis

Bertiellosis

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Digestive Health
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Contributed byKrish Tangella MD, MBAMar 11, 2018

The topic Bertiellosis you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Bertiella Infection.

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  • Bertiella Infection (or Bertielliasis) is caused by tapeworms (cestodes), belonging to the genus Bertiella. The infection occurs following the ingestion of an infected arthropod, normally an oribatid mite
  • The mite serves as an intermediate host for the tapeworm. Individuals, who inadvertently consume the mite, are at risk for developing Bertiella Infection
    • The tapeworm resides in the human intestine, where the infection is often asymptomatic (presenting no symptoms)
    • The tapeworm produces eggs in the intestine, which are then released through defecation
    • Eggs in feces are consumed by oribatid mites, which act as the intermediate host for humans and primates
  • The mite that causes Bertiella Infections is commonly found in guavas. Therefore, consuming wild guavas, particularly fallen fruit from the ground, may increase the risk of contracting the infection
  • The infection frequently affects the old and new world primates (group of animals including monkeys and apes). Human infections are typically very rare
    • Much less than 100 human infections have been documented worldwide, with most of them originating in Southeast Asia
    • The infection of non-human primates is significant; since, the primates are often responsible for the spread of the disease
  • Bertielliasis can either be asymptomatic, or present with signs of abdominal discomfort and pain, vomiting, anorexia, and loose or fatty stool
  • Bertiella Infections are diagnosed by identifying tapeworm eggs in feces. This can be undertaken via a stool sample analysis, performed by a healthcare professional
  • Treatment for Bertiella Infections include the administration of an anti-parasitic drug that can rapidly kill the parasite, ensuring a good prognosis for most individuals

Please find comprehensive information on Bertiella Infection regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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