Entamoeba histolytica is an anaerobic parasitic amoebozoan, part of the genus Entamoeba. [1] Predominantly infecting humans and other primates causing amoebiasis, E. histolytica is estimated to infect about 35-50 million people worldwide. [1] In this article we will discuss about Entamoeba Histolytica :- 1. Historical Background of Entamoeba Histolytica 2. Distribution of Entamoeba Histolytica 3. Habitat and Habitat 4. Structure 5. Nutrition 6. Life Cycle 7. Pathogenicity 8. Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment of Infection 9. Prevention (Prophylaxis) of Infection. Contents: Historical Background of Entamoeba Histolytica Distribution of Entamoeba Histolytica Habitat and Habitat of Entamoeba Histolytica Structure of Entamoeba ... Learn about the morphology, life cycle, pathogenesis, clinical manifestation and diagnosis of Entamoeba histolytica , a common protozoan parasite that causes amoebic dysentery and liver abscess in human. The web page also covers the treatment and prophylaxis of the infection. Amebiasis is an infection caused by a parasite called Entamoeba histolytica , which is spread through human feces. Learn about treatment and prevention.