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Intestinal Parasites: Helminths, Cestodes, Protozoa (and other ...

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Giardiasis: Clinical Manifestations<br />

• Asymptomatic shedding<br />

• GI tract:<br />

– sudden onset watery diarrhea progressing to<br />

explosive, foul smelling, greasy stools, abdominal<br />

cramps, bloating, flatulence<br />

• Most clear spontaneously, some have chronic<br />

intermittent sx for months<br />

– Malabsorption <strong>and</strong> weight loss<br />

– Acquired lactose intolerance

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