Human coccidiosis is caused primarily by Toxoplasma gondii, which often is transmitted to humans by infected cats or dogs and results in an illness known as toxoplasmosis.
What are the symptoms of coccidiosis in humans?
Although infection usually does not give rise to symptoms, reports in the literature mention diarrhea, abdominal pain, lassitude and slight weight loss in association with coccidiosis.
How do you catch coccidia?
Dogs get coccidia from swallowing infected soil or substances containing dog feces. Removing dog feces from your yard and the dog's environment is the best protection.
How do you treat coccidia in humans?
Cryptosporidium Infection Treatment1Nitazoxanide, a drug that fights parasites (anti-parasitic)2Paromomycin, an antibiotic.3Loperamide and other medicines to ease diarrhea.
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