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September 30, 2025CureusOpen Access

Unmasking Schistosomiasis in the Appendix: A Rare Cause of Acute Appendicitis

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This case reports eosinophilia related to schistosomiasis in appendicitis, suggesting a need for awareness.

Histopathological examination confirmed schistosomiasis as a rare cause of appendicitis.
The patient presented with acute right iliac fossa pain, correlating with the diagnosis of appendicitis.
Eosinophilia on a complete blood count may indicate a parasitic origin of appendicitis.
This case underscores the importance of recognizing parasitic infections in endemic areas.

Alshamlan et al. (2025) studied this question.

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