What is giardia? what is happened when giardia seen in the stool.

Giardia lamblia: Giardia lamblia is a flagellated protozoan parasite that colonizes and reproduces in the small intestine, causing giardiasis. You can have both upper and lower GI symptoms including pancreatitis rarely. Often will have alternating bouts of diarrhea and constipation, along with indigestion, abdominal pains, and so on. Common and easily treated. See a doctor.

Parasite: Giardia lamblia is a type of parasite. It may be found in stool samples via what is called o and p kits (ova and parasite), ova is the egg. It's contracted orally.

A Protozoa: Can cause a diarrheal illness or can be asymptomatic. Often discussed spreading through day-cares. Can easily be treated with oral antibiotics, although asymptomatic individuals do not need to be treated.

It can be treated.: Giardiasis is a waterborne illness caused by Giardia parasite. Sx's – there may be no sx's or diarrhea, oily floating stool, gas, nausea, vomiting & abdominal cramps. If untreated it can cause bloody diarrhea, dehydration & weight loss. Diagnosis- via blood test for antibodies, stool antigen & checking stool for ova & parasites.Tx can include metronidazole, tinidazole & nitazoxanide.