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  1. One or more of these tests may be recommended by your medical provider.
    Diagnosis involves stool test. In few cases doctor may ask to perform an enteroscopy which helps to examine the intestine and to collect tissue samples if necessary.

    Common tests & procedures

    Physical examination: Physical examination by the doctor on the basis of symptoms.

    Stool test: Stool test is advised by the doctor to detect the presence of parasites.

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    Treatment

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    It can be cured using medication in few weeks. In some cases, the patient gets better without any medical attention.

    Medication

    Anti-parasitic drugs: Clear the parasites from the body.

    Metronidazole . Tinidazole . Nitazoxanide . Paromomycin

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    Specialist

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    Primary care physician : Specializes in the acute and chronic illnesses and provides preventive care and health.

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    Complications

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    If untreated for a prolonged period it may lead to

    • It can cause severe diarrhea leading to dehydration
    • Physical and mental development of children can be hampered
    • Can lead to development of lactose intolerance
    • Malabsorption and vitamin deficiencies are possible in chronic giardial infection

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  1. What is the treatment for intestinal parasites?

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    Dr. Alan Thomas Charly community pageMBBS · 1 years of expThe treatment for intestinal parasites typically involves antiparasitic medications, prescribed based on the specific type of parasite present. Among the medications frequently uti...Read more
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