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.

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Dr. P. Nanthini Devi

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  • EP ID EP538021
  • DOI 10.7324/IJCRR.2018.1042
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Dr. P. Nanthini Devi (2018). Cryptosporidiosis in a Child with Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome: A Case Report. International Journal of Current Research and Review, 10(4), 9-11. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-538021