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 ...

Relapse was defined by signs or symptoms suggestive of leishmaniasis and appearing after an initial cure, followed by a positive test for leishmania in a splenic aspirate.

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.

Fly bites can cause symptoms such as itching, redness, and swelling. Fly bites differ depending on the type of fly. Learn more about fly bites here.

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 ...