Alien Parasited Infection

CDC warns of explosive diarrhea parasite on rise in US

CDC is tracking the source of a parasite that causes ‘explosive’ diarrhea

Cases of cyclosporiasis, a nasty parasitic infection that causes “explosive” watery diarrhea, have sickened dozens of people in Michigan and other parts of the United States.

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CDC investigates parasite that’s caused cases of ‘explosive’ diarrhea in 18 US states

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CDC investigates mystery parasite behind severe intestinal illness in US

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Diarrhea-causing parasite that can contaminate raw produce causing misery across several states

This July Fourth weekend, you may want to give those raw berries or the green salad the side-eye.

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‘Explosive diarrhea parasite’ sickens 170 in Michigan, hospitalizes at least 20 nationwide

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Number of cases of parasite infection causing diarrhea explode in Ohio

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300+ cases: Michigan health officials investigate parasite linked to explosive diarrhea

"Now, Cyclospora is different because it can really linger, it can actually last for a week or even longer, and it's characterized by diarrhea, and really not so much upper GI or vomiting type symptom...

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Michigan logs 170 cases in 9 days as 'explosive' diarrhea parasite spreads in US

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Parasite known to cause ‘explosive diarrhea’ reported in Georgia, 16 other states

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Parasite That Affects Cognition Has Quietly Infected Billions of People

"There is no drug that cures it at this point." The post Parasite That Affects Cognition Has Quietly Infected Billions of People appeared first on Futurism.

Medical Xpress

Parasitic infection and treatment linked to cancer-related gene activity in the cervix

New research has revealed that Schistosoma haematobium (S. haematobium), a parasitic infection affecting millions globally, can trigger cancer-related gene activity in the cervical lining, with changes becoming even more pronounced after treatment.

Time

You Might Be Hosting a Parasite Right Now. Here's How to Tell

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News Medical

Parasites trigger a gut-to-brain signal that cuts food intake during infection

A new Nature study shows how parasite-driven inflammation in the gut activates a tuft cell to serotonin to vagus nerve pathway, helping explain why infection can suppress appetite. Study: Parasites trigger epithelial cell crosstalk to drive gut–brain ...

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Parasite "Cleanses": Are We Riddled With Worms Or Is This Just The Latest Bogus Fad?

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester.