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Need help with south american trypanosomiasis?
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Chagas Disease: Chagas disease, also known as american trypanosomiasis, is caused by infection with the protozoan parasite trypanosoma cruzi. Depending on the stage of the infection, you may need to see the following types of doctor: infectious diseases specialist, cardiologist and cardiac surgeon (10-30% of people get heart problems), gastroenterologist (some get GI problems).
Answered 6/10/2014
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The best person: Would be an infectious disease physician with interest or training in tropical medicine. Where do you live?
Answered 1/3/2013
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