The Importance of Examining the Leishmania Parasite

Abstract

There are more than 20 different species of Leishmania (protozoan genus) that can cause human leishmaniasis. The most affected regions of the world are eastern and western hemisphere and the affected countries could be Mexico, Central and South America, southern Europe, Africa, Middle East and some parts of Asian continent. It is comparable to malaria and may cause death if not attended in time. Years back World Health Organization had declared leishmaniasis infection as NTD which means ‘Neglected Tropical Disease’. But still alone in Saudi Arabia 40,000 cases are detected every year. This present study evaluates the genesis, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of Leishmaniasis, also the importance of its detection will also be discussed.