The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is investigating the source of a parasitic illness caused by cyclospora, which has resulted in over 400 reported cases across 18 states. Cyclospora spreads through raw produce and water contaminated with human feces, leading to the intestinal illness known as cyclosporiasis. Symptoms of the illness include cramps, nausea, fatigue, loss of appetite, low-grade fever, and vomiting, with watery diarrhea being the most commonly reported symptom.
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CDC Investigates Cyclospora Parasite Linked to Diarrhea Cases in 18 States
The CDC is investigating an outbreak of cyclosporiasis caused by the cyclospora parasite, with over 400 cases reported in 18 states. The parasite is transmitted through contaminated produce and water, leading to symptoms such as diarrhea, cramps, and nausea.
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CDC investigates parasite that’s caused cases of ‘explosive’ diarrhea in 18 US states
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CDC Investigates Cyclospora Parasite Linked to Diarrhea Cases in 18 States