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Entamoeba histolytica
Entamoeba histolytica (also known as E. histolytica) Entamoeba histolytica Details: Type:Protozoan parasite (single-celled organism) Category:Intestinal protozoa Transmission Type:Fecal-oral parasite (waterborne and foodborne) Primary Target Area:Large intestine Lifecycle Form:Exists in two forms — trophozoite (active form) and cyst (infectious form) Incubation Period:Symptoms typically appear 2–4 weeks after exposure, though timing can vary. Transmission:Entamoeba histolytica spreads through ... Read more
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Giardia (Giardia lamblia)
What Is Giardia? Giardia is a microscopic, single-celled parasite that infects the small intestine and causes a gut illness called giardiasis. According to the CDC, it is one of the most common intestinal parasites in the United States. Most people pick it up by swallowing water, food, or surfaces that have been in contact with ... Read more
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