Allergic diseases in children are a common paediatric problem affecting approximately one third of children worldwide. Attempts have been made to explain the rising prevalence of allergic diseases, of which the "Hygiene ...

Dengue virus is responsible for Dengue Fever (DF), Dengue Haemorrhagic Fever (DHF) and Dengue Shock Syndrome (DSS). Four circulating dengue serotypes (DEN 1-4) have been identified. Early diagnosis of dengue viral infection ...

The studies presented in this thesis attempt to extend the current understanding of the long-term effects of chronic alcoholism on gastrointestinal motility and the pathogenesis of alcohol related motility disturbances. ...

Lymphatic filariasis is estimated to affect approximately 120 million people in 80 endemic countries worldwide. In Sri Lanka, lymphatic filariasis remains a public health problem, but the real burden of disease remains ...