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In the United States, babesiosis usually is caused by a parasite called Babesii microti. The parasite attacks red blood cells in much the same way as the parasite that causes malaria. When a Babesia-infected tick bites a person, it introduces parasites that may cause symptoms of the disease. | In the United States, babesiosis usually is caused by a parasite called [[Babesii microti]]. The parasite attacks red blood cells in much the same way as the parasite that causes malaria. When a Babesia-infected tick bites a person, it introduces parasites that may cause symptoms of the disease. | ||
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Overview
In the United States, babesiosis usually is caused by a parasite called Babesii microti. The parasite attacks red blood cells in much the same way as the parasite that causes malaria. When a Babesia-infected tick bites a person, it introduces parasites that may cause symptoms of the disease.
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