Case report highlights intestinal schistosomiasis diagnosis and treatment in an adolescent, showing the importance of early detection.
Key Points
Schistosomiasis was diagnosed in a 15-year-old boy presenting with abdominal pain and blood in stool, emphasizing the need for awareness in endemic areas.
Stool microscopy confirmed infection with Schistosoma mansoni and a point-of-care test was positive, reinforcing diagnostic tool effectiveness in limited-resource settings.
The patient's successful treatment with praziquantel led to complete symptom resolution, demonstrating effective management practices for schistosomiasis.
This case underscores the importance of ongoing health education alongside mass drug administration campaigns to control schistosomiasis.
Cite This Study
Awatef Abd El- Razek Mohamed (2025) studied this question.