A07: Other protozoal intestinal diseases
A07.2: Cryptosporidiosis
Protozoa are very small and consist of a single cell. They can infect the intestines as parasites and trigger diseases there. Parasites live completely or partially at the expense of another living organism. Infection occurs when the protozoa are taken in through the mouth. This can happen through water or food that is not clean.
You have an intestinal disease caused by protozoa. Your laboratory sample contains cryptosporidia.
Being infected with these protozoa can result in your intestines becoming inflamed. This can give you abdominal cramps. There may also be diarrhea.
If the body’s immune system is also weakened, the disease can be serious. The lungs can then also be affected. If the lungs are affected, you can have a cough and shortness of breath.
The disease can also progress without any symptoms.
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