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.
Can coccidia be passed from dog to human?
The most common species of coccidia in dogs do not have any effect on humans. However, less common species of coccidia can potentially infect humans. One species in particular, called Cryptosporidium, may be transmitted to people.
What happens if a human gets coccidia?
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 can coccidia be transmitted?
Transmission: Coccidiosis is transmitted from animal to animal by the fecal–oral route. Infected fecal material can contaminate feed, water or soil; therefore, cattle can contract the disease by eating and drinking from contaminated sources, or by licking itself or other animals.
How do you treat coccidia in humans?
Nitazoxanide has been approved for treatment of diarrhea caused by Cryptosporidium in people with healthy immune systems.
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