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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Kalsang Dolma, M.B.B.S.[2] Alejandro Lemor, M.D. [3]
Overview
Symptoms of cyclosporiasis start approximately 7 days following ingestion of water and food contaminated with sporulated oocysts. The most common symptom is watery diarrhea. Other symptoms include loss of appetite, cramping, flatulence, fatigue, low-grade fever, nausea and vomiting.
History
Symptoms of cyclosporiasis begin an average of 7 days (range, 2 days to > 2 weeks) after ingestion of sporulated oocysts (the infective form of the parasite). Patients might recall eating fresh vegetables, such as lettuce, carrots, or cilantro. [1]
Symptoms[2]
Common Symptoms
- Watery diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Loss of appetite
- Weight loss
- Cramping
- Abdominal distention
- Flatulence
- Nausea
- Fatigue