Isosporiasis overview

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Overview

Isosporiasis is a human intestinal disease caused by a parasite called Isospora belli.

Causes

The coccidian parasite, Isospora belli, infects the epithelial cells of the small intestine, and is the least common of the three intestinal coccidia that infect humans.

Epidemiology and Demographics

Worldwide, especially in tropical and subtropical areas. Infection occurs in immunodepressed individuals, and outbreaks have been reported in institutionalized groups in the United States.

Treatment

Medical Therapy

Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole is the drug of choice.

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