6 Parasites That Live INSIDE Cells

The video explores various parasites, including Plasmodium, Rickettsia, Legionella, Chlamydia, Microsporidians, and Polypodium. It discusses their life cycles, how they infect hosts, and the diseases they cause. While some parasites like Plasmodium and Rickettsia pose significant health risks to humans, others like Polypodium are more specialized, infecting only specific fish eggs. Understanding these parasites can help in developing better prevention and treatment strategies.

How does Plasmodium evade the human immune system?

What are the potential consequences of untreated Rickettsia infections?

What are the common symptoms associated with infections caused by microspiridians?

Discuss the lifecycle of Polypodium and its relationship with sturgeons.