among the children whereas helminthic
infection was rarely found (only one case with a
Taenia sp. infection), a finding that is similar to
previous study.5 This is in contrast to a study
among children living in some institutions in the
Philippines, where helminthic infection was predominant.6
Protozoan parasites commonly found
were Endolimax nana, Entamoeba coli, Blastocystis
hominis and Giardia lamblia, which is consistent
with other studies.2,5,7 However, Entamoeba
histolytica was not found in this study. Coinfection
with Blastocystis hominis and Endolimax nana
was commonly found. This could contribute to
diarrhea and is associated with deficient sanitation
and low hygiene standards.8