GI doctors are trying to dodge cyclosporiasis, too.

Health officials are tracking new cases of cyclosporiasis, a foodborne infection that leads to severe gastrointestinal symptoms, including intense diarrhea.

The outbreak has resulted in at least 86 hospitalizations, though no deaths have been reported

The intestinal illness that causes explosive diarrhea is extra prominent this summer.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says they are scouring food supply chain for culprit, which may be lettuce

From the daily newsletter: a parasite that causes diarrhea is sending people to the hospital across the country. What can we do to stay safe?

Official case counts likely capture only a fraction of US cyclosporiasis infections, and the outbreak is likely to get worse before it gets better.

Nearly 7,000 cases of cyclosporiasis are either confirmed or under investigation in the US - the source is still unknown.

There are telltale signs you need to watch out for.

There are telltale signs you need to watch out for.

It took weeks for the CDC to issue a health advisory over the growing number of cyclosporiasis cases.

Gastroenterologist Dr Salhab warns of cyclospora symptoms like diarrhea starting two to seven days post-infection, emphasising hydration and medical advice. | Health

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GI doctors are trying to dodge cyclosporiasis, too.

GI doctors are trying to dodge cyclosporiasis, too.