Infection with parasites: Michigan: First death after diarrhea wave
The USA already have thousands of confirmed cases of the intestinal disease cyclosporiasis. Now, for the first time in this context, people have died in Michigan.
A rare parasitic infection causing a severe diarrhea outbreak has led to the first fatalities in Michigan, United States, according to health authorities. Both victims reportedly had pre-existing conditions that might have been exacerbated by the Cyclosporiasis infection and dehydration, stated the state's health department. However, the CDC clarifies that Cyclosporiasis infections are generally not life-threatening.
The recent nationwide outbreak of diarrhea has seen 6,707 confirmed cases of Cyclosporiasis, with 423 people hospitalized. Almost all states reported cases during the period between early May and late July. The source of the parasite remains unclear, with the FDA suspecting pre-cut iceberg lettuce from a Mexican supplier as the potential cause.
Despite test results, the FDA has apologized and blamed Taylor Farms in Mexico, which they claim tested incorrectly positive for the Cyclospora parasite. The FDA continues to investigate and ensure affected products are removed from the market. Symptoms include watery diarrhea caused by the parasite infecting the small intestine, leading to frequent and sometimes severe bowel movements. Cyclosporiasis outbreaks typically occur in the summer.
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