Global Trends in Ascariasis Prevalence: A Review of Public Health Data Over the Last Decade (KEY IJP************723)

• Moldoev M.i,Turusbekova. A.k,Swapnil Takate ,Tanmay Shinde

Abstract

Ascariasis, caused by the intestinal nematode Ascaris lumbricoides, remains one of the most prevalent parasitic infections globally, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of ascariasis, including its epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, treatment, and preventive strategies. With a focus on tropical medicine, we discuss the burden of the disease in low-resource settings and explore the role of integrated control programs in reducing its prevalence.