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How would chronic parasitic infestation be diagnosed?
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Stool & blood: Usually a combination of stool studies and blood tests point to parasite infestation. See your dr or an infectious disease or tropical medicine dr or an HIV specialist for evaluation.
Answered 6/10/2014
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