Exposure to dexamethasone modifies transcriptomic responses of free-living stages of Strongyloides stercoralis.

Hyperinfection and disseminated infection by the parasitic nematode Strongyloides stercoralis can be induced by iatrogenic administration of steroids and immunosuppression and lead to an elevated risk of mortality. Responses of free-living stages of S. stercoralis to the therapeutic corticosteroid d...

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Main Authors: Rutchanee Rodpai, Oranuch Sanpool, Tongjit Thanchomnang, Pokkamol Laoraksawong, Lakkhana Sadaow, Patcharaporn Boonroumkaew, Arporn Wangwiwatsin, Chaisiri Wongkham, Porntip Laummaunwai, Wannaporn Ittiprasert, Paul J Brindley, Pewpan M Intapan, Wanchai Maleewong
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2021-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0253701