Evaluation of Age, Education, Trace Elements and Vitamins in Men with Toxoplasma Gondii in Maysan, Iraq

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Hatem Hameedi Zahraa; Kesmati Mahnaz; Hammadi Muttlaq Alawadi Haitham Mohammed; Shafiei Mohammad

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Journal: JOURNAL OF ADVANCED BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES Year:2024 | Volume:14 | Issue:4 Page(s): 274-281

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Evaluation of Age, Education, Trace Elements and Vitamins in Men with Toxoplasma Gondii in Maysan, Iraq

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Hatem Hameedi Zahraa | Kesmati Mahnaz | Hammadi Muttlaq Alawadi Haitham Mohammed | Shafiei Mohammad | Issue Writer Certificate

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Life stage

Academic Background

Toxoplasma gondii

Microneurients

Vitamines

Abstract

Background & Objectives: Toxoplasmosis is a disease caused by the intracellular protozoan Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii). The parasite's presence within cells affects various cellular activities and mechanisms. While evidence suggests that certain vitamins and trace elements can alleviate the disease and its complications, the impact of toxoplasmosis on these factors remains unclear. This study aims to evaluate the relationship between age, education, trace elements and vitamins and toxoplasmosis in men with toxoplasmosis from Maysan city, Iraq.
Materials & Methods: This study involved 200 participants, comprising 150 men infected with toxoplasmosis and 50 healthy men as a control group. Various measurements were conducted, including serum levels of trace elements (Mg, Zn, Fe) and vital vitamins (C, D, E) in both the toxoplasmosis-infected and healthy groups.
Results: The findings revealed that toxoplasmosis prevalence was highest among men aged 31-40 years with low educational attainment (up to diploma level). Furthermore, toxoplasmosis was associated with significant decrease in mean serum levels of trace elements (Mg, Zn, Fe) and vitamins (C, D, and E) (P<0.05).
Conclusion: Our results suggest that higher education levels may reduce the incidence of toxoplasmosis. Additionally, the complications caused by T. gondii may be related to the reduction in the aforementioned trace elements and vitamins. Evaluation of these factors could prove beneficial in the diagnosis and treatment of this disease.

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