Causes And Risk Factors Of Toxoplasmosis

Toxoplasmosis is a parasitic infection that can develop through ingestion of the T. gondii parasite. Most patients who have toxoplasmosis are asymptomatic, and if symptoms do appear, they generally consist of headache, sore throat, fever, swollen lymph nodes, and muscle aches. The symptoms could persist for at least four weeks, and they frequently resolve on their own without treatment. For patients with weakened immune systems, toxoplasmosis can be especially dangerous, and it may lead to complications such as infections of the lungs, brain, or eyes. Patients with these complications might experience blurred vision, shortness of breath, and seizures, and comas have occurred.