Doctors Warn That Your 'Stomach Bug' May Actually Be a Hard-to-Detect Parasite

A surge in cyclosporiasis cases has affected nearly 7,000 people across 34 states, primarily in Midwestern regions. The CDC reports over 1,600 confirmed cases since May and more than 5,100 cases under investigation, caused by the parasitic infection spread through contaminated food or water. Symptoms, which include severe diarrhea, cramping, and dehydration, typically appear about a week after exposure and last longer than common stomach bugs, requiring specific antibiotic treatment. Diagnosis involves stool testing, and patients are advised to seek medical care if symptoms persist or worsen.

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