Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by a parasite called Toxoplasma gondii.

The parasite Toxoplasma gondii multiplies in the intestine of the cat and is shed in cat feces, mainly into litter boxes and garden soil.

Healthy adults usually do not suffer ill effects from Toxoplasma infection and may be asymptomatic. However, if you become infected while pregnant, your unborn child may also become infected. Infected babies may not develop any disease, or they may become very ill, with serious damage...