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How/and/or would you treat a child, 6yrs, with dientamoeba fragilis. soft stools, low energy and mood.
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Protozoa anaerobic: protozoan parasite.diagnosed by special staining and visualization of the cyst and parasite treated by metroniadazole,iodoquinol and the treatment is for 10-20 days if relapsing screening of the family members is important
Answered 11/28/2017
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D. Fragilis: Can cause active infection though patients may be asymptomatic. I will opt to treat if it is the only parasite found in the stool & if the patient has suggestive symptoms of some duration. Typical symptoms; usually intestinal; diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain etc. In any case your 6 yr old should be fully evaluated for this and other possible causes of mood and energy level changes.
Answered 8/19/2016
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