Amebic Dysentery Learning Center
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Amebiasis is an infection of the intestine (bowel) caused by the parasite Entamoeba histolytica . |
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Symptoms
Mild symptoms: Abdominal cramps; Fatigue; Unintentional weight loss; Intestinal gas (excessive flatus. Severe symptom...
Causes
Entamoeba histolytica can live in the large intestine (colon) without causing disease. However, sometimes, it invades...
Tests
Examination of the abdomen may show liver enlargement and abdominal tenderness. Tests include: Stool culture of 3 sto...
Treatments
Oral antiparasitic medication is the standard treatment for amebiasis. The choice of drug depends on the severity of ...
Complications
Liver abscess; Medication side effects, including nausea; Spread of the parasite through the blood to the liver, lung...
Prevention
When traveling in tropical countries where poor sanitation exists, drink purified or boiled water and do not eat unco...
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