Prevalence of Intestinal Parasitic Infections in Baghdad City

Abstract

In developing nations, intestinal parasite infections continue to rank among the main health issues. Intervention options include the monitoring of intestinal parasite infections and related risk factors. The primary aim of this study were to establish the prevalence of intestinal parasites by parasite type and to connect this infection with age and gender. Epidemiological surveys on intestinal parasite infections in Baghdad are crucial for understanding the city's health and developing effective management strategies. Method: A total of 100 patients who presented with various symptoms were examined in the period from August 2023 to February 2024. Their ages ranged from one to 60 years, from different socioeconomic statuses, to ensure the absence of intestinal diseases. Parasites in stool using direct swab methods. A detailed questionnaire with all necessary information was filled out for each patient. Result: Among the 100 patients who participated in this study, 34 cases were found to be infected with one or more specific parasite stages, while 66 of them did not show any parasite stages. . 
Keywords: Parasites; Stool; Protozoa, Intestinal infections.