Learn what leishmaniasis is, including its symptoms, causes, ways to treat it, and more.

Leishmaniasis is an infection from Leishmania parasites. Learn more about the different forms and treatment options for leishmaniasis.

A new study suggests that transmission of a protozoan parasite from insects may also cause leishmaniasis-like symptoms in people. The parasite, however, does not respond to treatment with standard ...

Cutaneous leishmaniasis (Kala-azar) produces chronic, localized skin lesions. Massively enlarged spleen and liver are hallmarks of a classic case of visceral leishmaniasis. The symptoms and signs ...

The 63-year old patient initially sought treatment for the symptoms of visceral leishmaniasis, including weight loss, fever, anemia, and an enlarged liver and spleen. However, after eight months ...

U.K. dog owners are reportedly on alert after a Shih Tzu who had never traveled far from their Hetfordshire, England, home died after contracting a tropical disease known as leishmaniasis.

But while leishmaniasis is a serious problem in Syria, this picture of a flesh-eating disease spread by terrorists isn’t entirely accurate.

Natural compound 2HF treats leishmaniasis infections, study finds Date: December 6, 2018 Source: PLOS Summary: Current treatment options for the parasitic disease leishmaniasis are largely ...

The CDC said leishmaniasis is a disease that can come as a "silent infection, without any symptoms or signs." The medical experts added: " People who develop clinical evidence of infection have ...

Types: Cutaneous leishmaniasis: This is another form of Kala-azar which results in skin lesions – mainly ulcers on the exposed parts of the body, which creates scars and serious disability.