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What is this chagas disease i heard about?
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A trypanosome: A blood borne parasite spread by bites from bugs called "kissing bugs" that is rare in the usa but common in mexico and central america.
Answered 7/7/2012
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Parasitic infection: Chagas disease is transmitted to humans by the bite of kissing bugs, mother to fetus & by contaminated food. They suck blood & pass on a protozoan called trypanosoma cruzi. Sxs can include fatigue, generalized body aches, loose bowel movements, vomiting, rash, poor appetite. Liver & spleen can enlarge. Brain & heart can become inflamed. It can be treated with anti-parasitics early on.
Answered 3/26/2013
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