Gastrointestinal Symptoms: Cryptosporidiosis typically presents with symptoms such as watery diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, and fever. The severity and duration of symptoms can vary depending on factors such as the individual's immune status and the dose of Cryptosporidium parasites ingested.
Dehydration: Severe diarrhea caused by Cryptosporidium infection can lead to dehydration, especially in vulnerable populations such as young children and immunocompromised individuals. Dehydration can be dangerous and may require medical intervention, such as intravenous fluids.
Weight Loss and Malnutrition: Prolonged or severe cryptosporidiosis can lead to weight loss and malnutrition due to decreased food intake, malabsorption of nutrients, and increased nutrient loss through diarrhea.
Chronic or Recurrent Infection: In immunocompromised individuals, cryptosporidiosis can become chronic or recurrent, leading to persistent gastrointestinal symptoms and systemic illness. Chronic cryptosporidiosis may require long-term management and monitoring.
Complications in Vulnerable Populations: In individuals with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS or undergoing organ transplantation, cryptosporidiosis can cause severe or life-threatening complications, including disseminated infection, biliary tract disease, and respiratory symptoms.
Zoonotic Transmission: Cryptosporidium parasites can be transmitted through ingestion of contaminated food or water, contact with infected animals, or exposure to contaminated recreational water sources such as swimming pools and lakes. Zoonotic transmission from animals to humans can occur, particularly in agricultural settings.
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PrecisionBiome | 9.699085785541683E-05 | 9.699085785541683E-05 | 0 | 0 |
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