Amebiasis as the Cause of Pediatric Fever of Unknown Origin

Amebiasis is a parasitic infection caused by the protozoa Entamoeba histolytica. It capable of causing spectrum illnesses from asymptomatic infection, to dysentery and invasive extra-intestinal conditions, most common which liver abscess. Here presented case 14-month old boy with Fever Unknown Origin, after work-up was diagnosed as amebic Although amebiasis more prevalent in developing countries increasing phenomena migration tourism has transformed it into global health issue. recommended maintain high index suspicion while valuating child Origin.