They can all be caused by Bartonella – a stealthy, shape-shifting bacteria that often flies under the radar. In this exploration of Bartonella, we will delve into what Bartonella is, its ...

More information: Ricardo G. Maggi et al, Human Babesia odocoilei and Bartonella spp. co-infections in the Americas, Parasites & Vectors (2024). DOI: 10.1186/s13071-024-06385-4 Provided by North ...

Bartonella henselae and two Babesia species, B. odocoilei and B. divergens-like MO-1, were detected in the brain tissue of a child with seizures and suspected Rasmussen's encephalitis.

In June 2022, the team tested samples from the patient's brain biopsy for Bartonella, as well as for Babesia, due to the insect bite and rash.They also tested blood samples for Babesia.Using ...