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Giardiasis is an infection of the small intestine caused by a microscopic organism (protozoa), Giardia lamblia. |
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Symptoms
Abdominal pain; Diarrhea; Gas or bloating; Headache; Loss of appetite; Low-grade fever; Nausea; Swollen or distended ...
Causes
Giardiasis outbreaks can occur in communities in both developed and developing countries where water supplies become ...
Tests
Tests that may be done include: Enteroscopy; Stool antigen test to check for Giardia; Stool ova and parasites exam; S...
Treatments
Some infections go away on their own. Anti-infective medicines may be used. Cure rates are generally greater than 80....
Complications
Dehydration; Malabsorption (inadequate absorption of nutrients from the intestinal tract; Weight loss.
Prevention
Use a water purification method such as boiling, filtration, or iodine treatment before drinking surface water. Hiker...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if: Diarrhea or other symptoms last for more than 14 days; You have blood in the stool...
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