Cryptosporidiosis in a Child with Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome: A Case Report
Journal Title: International Journal of Current Research and Review - Year 2018, Vol 10, Issue 4
Abstract
Cryptosporidiosis is caused by the coccidian parasite Cryptosporidium and has a tendency to cause diarrhoea with dehydration in immunocompetent and immunocompromised individuals. Here we describe the clinical course of a 4 year old male child who was HIV(Human immunodeficiency virus) reactive and improvement was seen after a course of Nitazoxanide.
Authors and Affiliations
Dr. P. Nanthini Devi
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