‘Explosive’ Diarrhea Cases Caused by Parasite Reach 1,700: Here’s How You Can Stay Safe

‘Explosive diarrhea’ parasite surfaces in California as health officials fear statewide surge

Health officials warn the state's official case count likely captures only a fraction of the true number of infections.

‘Explosive’ diarrhea cases caused by parasite reach 1,700: Here’s how you can stay safe

Cases of a severe stomach illness caused by a parasite called cyclosporiasis are surging across the country, with more than 30 states reporting infections.

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Cyclosporiasis, an illness characterized by explosive diarrhea, is often caused by contaminated produce or water. Here, learn more about symptoms, treatment, and prevention.

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“This is definitely a spike,” Keith Schneider, a professor of food safety at the University of Florida, told Newsweek over email.

Thousands of cases of parasitic infection reported across dozens of states, causing ‘explosive bowel movements’

Thousands of Americans across 32 states have been afflicted by a parasite linked to contaminated fresh produce that infects the intestines and causes weeks of severe diarrhea.

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Over 800 cyclosporiasis cases have been reported in the country. It is believed that some people have recovered without being diagnosed and are not accounted for.