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Prevalence and Subtype Distribution of Blastocystis Infection in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus in Thailand.
International journal of environmental research and public health - 29 Nov 2020
Popruk Noppon, Prasongwattana Satakamol, Mahittikorn Aongart, Palasuwan Attakorn, Popruk Supaluk, Palasuwan Duangdao
Abstract excerpt
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a major global public health problem with an increasing prevalence. DM increases the risk of infections caused by bacteria, fungi, viruses, and parasites. We examined the prevalence, subtypes, and risk factors of Blastocystis infection in patients with and without DM in central Thailand. Stool samples and questionnaires were obtained from 130 people in the DM group and 100 people in the...
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