The fast-moving stomach parasite Cyclospora is rapidly spreading across the country, sickening thousands of Americans across more than 30 states.
The parasite causes an intestinal illness known as cyclosporiasis, which commonly triggers watery or explosive diarrhea and other gastrointestinal symptoms such as stomach cramps or pain, bloating, and increased gas, to name a few.
Of the 31 states tracking infections, Michigan remains the hardest hit, with health officials logging more than 1,500 cases of cyclosporiasis as of July 10.
Over a dozen hospitalizations have been reported since the outbreak began, with symptoms typically lasting anywhere from a few days to a month or longer if left untreated.
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