Infection by parasites of the genus BALANTIDIUM. The presence of Balantidium in the LARGE INTESTINE leads to DIARRHEA; DYSENTERY; and occasionally ULCER.
A genus of protozoa parasitic in the digestive tract of vertebrate or invertebrate hosts. Asexual multiplication is accomplished by transverse binary fission. Its organisms are ovoidal in shape and have a ciliated covering over the entire body.
Acute inflammation of the intestine associated with infectious DIARRHEA of various etiologies, generally acquired by eating contaminated food containing TOXINS, BIOLOGICAL derived from BACTERIA or other microorganisms. Dysentery is characterized initially by watery FECES then by bloody mucoid stools. It is often associated with ABDOMINAL PAIN; FEVER; and DEHYDRATION.
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The prevalence of Balantidium coli infection in fifty-six mammalian species. (1/9)

A total of 375 fecal samples of 56 mammalian species belonging to 17 families of 4 orders were examined for the detection of Balantidium coli from December 1994 to August 1995. As a result, B. coli was found from 6 species belonging to 4 families of 2 orders (Primates and Artiodactyla) of host animals examined. White-handed gibbon (Hylobates lar), squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciurea) and Japanese macaque (Macaca fuscata) were new hosts for B. coli. All the wild boar (Sus scrofa) and chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes) examined were positive. The highest number of B. coli was obtained from a chimpanzee (1,230/g feces). No B. coli was detected from the animals of orders Rodentia and Carnivora including dogs and cats. The rarity of B. coli infection in breeding animals in Japan. suggests that there is no serious problem in controlling infections.  (+info)

Dysentery caused by Balantidium coli in a patient with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma from Turkey. (2/9)

Balantidium coli is the only parasitic ciliate of man. It is a flattened oval organism covered with cilia, and a gullet at the anterior end. It is infrequently pathogenic for man, although epidemic buds in tropical zones have been described. The infection fundamentally affects the colon and causes variable clinic pictures, from asymptomatic to serious dysenteric forms. We present a case of parasitologically diagnosed as causes of diarrhea in a patient with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma from Turkey. In order to find out the causative etiologic agent of diarrhea, stool samples were examined by native, lugol and flotation methods and we detected moving trophozoites, which were approximately 60 microm long and 35 microm wide. These bodies were diagnosed as Balantidium coli. This case underlines that Balantidium coli should also be considered as a possible pathogen in immunocompromised patients with diarrhea.  (+info)

Balantidiasis in the gastric lymph nodes of Barbary sheep (Ammotragus lervia): an incidental finding. (3/9)

A 4-year-old female Barbary sheep (Ammotragus lervia) was found dead in the Gwangju Uchi Park Zoo. The animal had previously exhibited weakness and lethargy, but no signs of diarrhea. The carcass was emaciated upon presentation. The main gross lesion was characterized by severe serous atrophy of the fat tissues of the coronary and left ventricular grooves, resulting in the transformation of the fat to a gelatinous material. The rumen was fully distended with food, while the abomasum evidenced mucosal corrugation with slight congestion. Microscopic examination revealed the presence of Balantidium coli trophozoites within the lymphatic ducts of the gastric lymph node and the abdominal submucosa. On rare occasions, these organisms may invade extra-intestinal organs, in this case the gastric lymph nodes and abomasum.  (+info)

Current world status of Balantidium coli. (4/9)

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Investigation of intestinal parasites in pig feces that are also human pathogens. (5/9)

A total of 238 pig fecal specimens were collected from pig farms in Corlu (Tekirdag), Ayazma, and Arnavutkoy (Istanbul) during the summer. Out of the 238 pig specimens, 105 were from pigs younger than 6 months and 133 from pigs older than 6 months. These were investigated for intestine parasites in particular the ones that are human pathogens. Cryptosporidium spp. was detected In 21 fecal specimens (8.8%), Giardia spp. in 9 (3.7%), Balantidium coli cysts in 4 (1.6%) and Ascaris suum eggs in 9 (4.1%). Giardia lamblia were found in 8 (7.6%) of 105 pigs younger than 6 months, Cryptosporidium spp. in 12 (11.4%), Balantidium coli cysts in 2 (1.5%). In the pigs older than 6 months Giardia lamblia were found in 1 (0.7%), Cryptosporidium spp. in 9 (6.7%), Balantidium coli cysts in 2 (1.5%). and Ascaris suum eggs in 9 (6.7%). The difference in the rate of G. lamblia (p=0.01) in pigs less than 6 months and of A. suum in those over 6 months was found to be statistically significant (p=0.005). Our results revealed that pigs are important sources of these parasites.  (+info)

Novel insights into the genetic diversity of Balantidium and Balantidium-like cyst-forming ciliates. (6/9)

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Dysenteric syndrome due to Balantidium coli: a case report. (7/9)

A 28-year-old man was hospitalized for a dysenteric syndrome that had developed during the previous days. Physical examination revealed abdominal pains, fever, vomiting and more than ten liquid stools per day. Fresh stool examination showed numerous mobile ciliated trophozoites of Balantidium coli. The patient reported having been on a hike the previous weekend during which he had drunk water through a hydration pouch bladder. Complete resolution was observed after intravenous rehydration and ten days of oral treatment with metronidazole (Flagyl(R)). Balantidium coli is the largest ciliate protozoan able to infect humans. This parasite is common in pigs and has a worldwide distribution. Human infections, a rare event in industrialised countries, are usually acquired by ingestion of food or water contaminated by mammal faeces. Human B. coli infections are easily treated but may be severe and even fatal if neglected.  (+info)

Balantidium honghuensis n. sp. (Ciliophora: Trichostomatidae) from the rectum of Rana nigromaculata and R. limnocharis from Honghu Lake, China. (8/9)

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Balantidiasis is a medical condition caused by the protozoan parasite Balantidium coli. This parasite typically infects the large intestine, causing symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and bloody stools in severe cases. The infection can occur through ingesting contaminated food or water, and it is more common in areas with poor sanitation and among people who have close contact with animals, particularly pigs.

Balantidium coli is a large ciliated protozoan that can exist as both an active trophozoite form and a dormant cyst form. The trophozoites colonize the large intestine and can cause damage to the intestinal lining, leading to symptoms of balantidiasis.

Diagnosis of balantidiasis typically involves identifying the parasite in stool samples using microscopy or other laboratory tests. Treatment usually involves medications such as tetracyclines, metronidazole, or nitroimidazoles, which can help to eliminate the infection and alleviate symptoms.

Preventing balantidiasis involves practicing good hygiene and sanitation, including washing hands thoroughly after using the bathroom and before handling food, as well as avoiding contaminated water sources and uncooked or undercooked meat.

'Balantidium' is a genus of large protozoan parasites belonging to the family Balantidiidae. The most common and clinically significant species is Balantidium coli, which is the causative agent of balantidiasis, a zoonotic intestinal disease. B. coli primarily infects domestic pigs, but it can also infect humans, particularly those who have close contact with pigs or consume contaminated food or water.

Balantidium coli has a complex life cycle that includes both trophozoite and cyst stages. The trophozoites are the active, feeding stage that lives within the intestines of the host, while the cysts are the dormant, infective stage that can be shed in the feces and transmitted to a new host through ingestion.

In humans, B. coli infection can cause symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, bloating, and weight loss. In severe cases, it can lead to intestinal ulcers, perforations, and even death in immunocompromised individuals. Proper sanitation, hygiene, and avoidance of contaminated food and water are critical measures for preventing the spread of balantidiasis.

Dysentery is a medical condition characterized by inflammation of the intestine, particularly the colon, leading to severe diarrhea containing blood, mucus, and/or pus. It is typically caused by infectious agents such as bacteria (like Shigella, Salmonella, or Escherichia coli) or parasites (such as Entamoeba histolytica). The infection can be acquired through contaminated food, water, or direct contact with an infected person. Symptoms may also include abdominal cramps, fever, and dehydration. Immediate medical attention is required for proper diagnosis and treatment to prevent potential complications.

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  • Balantidiasis is a protozoan infection caused by infection with Balantidium coli. (wikipedia.org)
  • Balantidiasis (also known as balantidiosis) is defined as large-intestinal infection with Balantidium coli, which is a ciliated protozoan (and the largest protozoan that infects humans). (medscape.com)
  • Umesh demonstrated a case of urinary balantidiasis in a 29-year-old woman in Mumbai, India, but this report failed to demonstrate B coli on stool examination, required to confirm the hypothesis of extraintestinal B coli infection in humans. (medscape.com)
  • Malnourished individuals and those suffering from concurrent infection are at greater risk of developing balantidiasis. (mhmedical.com)
  • These impoverished populations are at high risk for selected NTDs, including Necator americanus hookworm infection, strongyloidiasis, lymphatic filariasis (LF), balantidiasis, yaws, trachoma, leprosy, and scabies, in addition to outbreaks of dengue and other arboviral infections including Japanese encephalitis virus infection. (edu.au)
  • Balantidiasis: This is a parasitical infection that affects the intestinal tracts. (tamkin-edu.com)
  • Al-Tayib O. "Lung infection and severe anemia secondary to Balantidiasis in hamadryas baboons. (hilarispublisher.com)
  • Urinary balantidiasis in a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus and lupus nephritis: a case report. (ox.ac.uk)
  • Renal balantidiasis associated with systemic lupus erythematosus has not been reported before. (ox.ac.uk)
  • There is no previous report of urinary balantidiasis in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). (biomedcentral.com)
  • Metronidazole lotion is a topical medicine largely made use of to treat numerous skin infections, consisting of rosacea, bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis, and balantidiasis. (tamkin-edu.com)
  • Balantidiasis is a zoonotic disease and is acquired by humans via the feco-oral route from the normal host, the pig, where it is asymptomatic. (wikipedia.org)
  • Balantidiasis is a zoonotic disease transmitted from pigs to humans and nonhuman primates via the fecal-oral route. (medscape.com)
  • In 2014 in India, urinary balantidiasis was reported in an elderly farmer with diabetes and chronic kidney disease. (medscape.com)
  • Urinary balantidiasis has been reported from Thailand. (medscape.com)
  • There are few case reports of urinary balantidiasis occurring in patients with steroid-treatedchronic obstructive pulmonary disease, patients with chronic renal failure, and in two cases without underlying diseases [ 13 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • We report a case of a patient with SLE who was found to have incidental urinary balantidiasis on the basis of routine urine testing. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Usually asymptomatic in immunocompetent individuals, but the symptoms of balantidiasis include:[citation needed] Intermittent diarrhea Constipation Vomiting Abdominal pain Anorexia Weight loss Headache Colitis Marked fluid loss The most common ones are intermittent diarrhea and constipation or inflammation of the colon combined with abdominal cramps and bloody stools. (wikipedia.org)
  • Most cases of balantidiasis in immunocompetent individuals are asymptomatic. (medscape.com)
  • BACKGROUND:Balantidium coli, a parasitic unicellular ciliate, often causes asymptomatic balantidiasis of the colon, but extraintestinal disease may occur rarely in immunosuppressed individuals. (ox.ac.uk)
  • Their close contact with humans makes them a potential reservoir for zoonotic parasite infections, as has been suggested for human balantidiasis. (bvsalud.org)
  • The diagnosis of balantidiasis can be an intricate process, partly because the related symptoms may or may not all be present at once. (wikipedia.org)
  • The Parasite: Balantidium coli The Disease: Balantidiasis. (wikipedia.org)
  • Balantidiasis is a worldwide occuring disease caused by Balantidium coli , a large ciliated protozoan parasite . (everything2.com)
  • The first study to generate balantidiasis in humans was undertaken by Cassagrandi and Barnagallo in 1896. (wikipedia.org)
  • However, the diagnosis of balantidiasis can be considered when a patient has diarrhea combined with a probable history of current exposure to pigs (as pigs are the primary reservoir), contact with infected persons, or anal sexual contact. (wikipedia.org)
  • The diagnosis of balantidiasis can be made by microscopic examination of stools in search of trophozoites or cysts, or colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy to obtain a biopsy specimen from the large intestine, which may provide evidence for the presence of trophozoites. (wikipedia.org)
  • Mortality rates associated with acute and fulminating types of balantidiasis were as high as 30% in untreated patients prior to the introduction of antibiotics. (medscape.com)
  • Balantidiasis tends to be more common among persons who handle pigs. (medscape.com)
  • Balantidiasis can be treated with tetracycline, metronidazole or iodoquinol. (wikipedia.org)
  • Metronidazole cream can be made use of topically to treat the skin signs and symptoms related to balantidiasis, such as skin ulcers. (tamkin-edu.com)
  • The first case of balantidiasis in the Philippines, where it is the most common, was reported in 1904. (wikipedia.org)
  • Balantidiasis occurs worldwide but is most prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions and in resource-poor countries, which is a reflection of poor sanitation and inadequate protection of the water supply from sewage contamination. (mhmedical.com)
  • Monitoring the contacts of balantidiasis patients. (wikipedia.org)
  • In 1971, a balantidiasis outbreak involving 100 people occurred in Truk following a typhoon. (medscape.com)
  • This graph shows the total number of publications written about "Balantidiasis" by people in this website by year, and whether "Balantidiasis" was a major or minor topic of these publications. (uchicago.edu)
  • Below are the most recent publications written about "Balantidiasis" by people in Profiles. (uchicago.edu)
  • Salmonellosis, campylobacterosis, cryptosporidiosis, giardiasis, balantidiasis and infections with pathogenic E. coli are acquired by contact and accidental ingestion of fecal material from infected animals. (wsu.edu)
  • The diagnosis of balantidiasis can be an intricate process, partly because the related symptoms may or may not all be present at once. (wikipedia.org)
  • However, the diagnosis of balantidiasis can be considered when a patient has diarrhea combined with a probable history of current exposure to pigs (as pigs are the primary reservoir), contact with infected persons, or anal sexual contact. (wikipedia.org)
  • The diagnosis of balantidiasis can be made by microscopic examination of stools in search of trophozoites or cysts, or colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy to obtain a biopsy specimen from the large intestine, which may provide evidence for the presence of trophozoites. (wikipedia.org)
  • To confirm the diagnosis of balantidiasis, it is necessary to isolate the vegetative forms of the pathogen in the human body. (asumatriptan.com)
  • For curing the disease of great and horned malnutrition, balantidiasis of pigs, infections of meat animals, the drug should be given in the middle at a dose of 10 mg (according to fluent speech) per 1 kg of the body of the animal twice a day (on Wednesday and in the evening). (telesys-market.com)
  • Balantidiasis is a disease with symptoms similar to amoebiasis, dysentery and other infections. (asumatriptan.com)
  • The Parasite: Balantidium coli The Disease: Balantidiasis. (wikipedia.org)
  • Balantidiasis is a serious infectious disease of the large intestine, the causative agent of which is the unicellular ciliates Balantidium coli. (asumatriptan.com)
  • Balantidiasis is a zoonotic disease and is acquired by humans via the feco-oral route from the normal host, the pig, where it is asymptomatic. (wikipedia.org)
  • Usually asymptomatic in immunocompetent individuals, but the symptoms of balantidiasis include:[citation needed] Intermittent diarrhea Constipation Vomiting Abdominal pain Anorexia Weight loss Headache Colitis Marked fluid loss The most common ones are intermittent diarrhea and constipation or inflammation of the colon combined with abdominal cramps and bloody stools. (wikipedia.org)
  • With proper and timely treatment, balantidiasis is completely curable. (asumatriptan.com)
  • The causative agent of balantidiasis belongs to the type of Sumatriptan. (asumatriptan.com)