A sustained decrease in appetite can arise from numerous causes, including acute illness, chronic medical conditions, medication side effects, emotional stress, or changes in metabolic demand. Regardless of the underlying driver, diminished dietary intake can quickly lead to nutrient deficiencies, loss of lean body mass, reduced immune function, and compromised recovery from illness. Addressing...

Schistosomiasis, a parasitic disease caused by trematode worms of the genus Schistosoma, remains one of the world’s most persistent neglected tropical diseases. Affecting more than 200 million people globally, it is most common in sub-Saharan Africa, parts of South America, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. Although biomedical aspects of schistosomiasis are well documented its life...

Belly pain is one of the most common symptoms people experience when infected with roundworms, particularly Ascaris lumbricoides, the large intestinal parasite responsible for ascariasis. While many infections remain mild, moderate to heavy infestations can trigger significant abdominal discomfort, intestinal disturbances, and in severe cases, dangerous complications....