41. Cryptosporidiosis cryptosporidiosis is an illness caused by the protozoan Cryptosporidium, asinglecelled parasite. http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/954992544.html

Search Articles: search tips Please Take the HealthLink Survey Email this article Print this article Find related articles: By topic: Infections/Infectious Diseases By keywords: infection cryptosporidium diarrhea Receive Health Link via email! Subscribe now >> Cryptosporidiosis What is cryptosporidiosis? Cryptosporidiosis is an illness caused by the protozoan Cryptosporidium , a single-celled parasite. Is cryptosporidiosis a new disease? Although Cryptosporidium is not new, it was not recognized as a cause of human disease until 1976. Most people had never heard of the disease until 1993, when over 400,000 people in Milwaukee, Wisconsin became ill after drinking water contaminated with the parasite. Since the Milwaukee outbreak, concern about the safety of drinking water has increased, and new attention has been focused on determining and reducing the risk for cryptosporidiosis from community and municipal water supplies. What are the signs and symptoms of cryptosporidiosis? By far, the most common symptom is diarrhea which is usually watery and profuse, and often accompanied by abdominal cramping. Nausea, vomiting, fever, headache and loss of appetite may also occur. Rarely, the parasite can cause an inflammation of the gall bladder or infect the lining of the respiratory tract causing pneumonia. Some persons infected with

42. Gastroenteritis - Cryptosporidiosis cryptosporidiosis is a type of gastroenteritis (gastro) caused by the parasiteCryptosporidium. Anyone can be infected with Cryptosporidium parasites. http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Gastroenteritis_C

43. Cryptosporidiosis Faq cryptosporidiosis. What is cryptosporidiosis? cryptosporidiosis is caused by aparasite called CRYPTOSPORIDIUM. The parasite enters through your mouth and http://www.tthhivclinic.com/cryptosp.htm

INFORMATION ON HIV Go to other sections: Select a link HIV Overview/Stages of Infection The Life Cycle of HIV Disease Symptoms Fact Sheets Symptoms: Select a link Apthous Ulcers Candidiasis Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Cryptococcal Meningitis Cryptosporidiosis Herpes Zoster (Shingles) Histoplasmosis Kaposi’s Sarcoma Lymphoma Mycobacterium Avium Complex (MAC) Oral Hairy Leukoplakia PAP test/PAP smear and HIV paptest PAP test/PAP smear and HIV Peripheral Neuropathy Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML) Toxoplasmosis (Toxo) Wasting Ontario HIV Clinics' Fact Sheet Cryptosporidiosis What is Cryptosporidiosis? Cryptosporidiosis is caused by a parasite called CRYPTOSPORIDIUM. The parasite enters through your mouth and most often infects your bowels. However, it can also infect your gallbladder, stomach, pancreas, bile ducts and lungs. How do I get it? Cryptopsoridium can be found in contaminated food and water. It can be passed from person to person by poor handwashing, eating or drinking contaminated food and water, and by oral-anal sex (rimming). Cryptosporidium is found by testing stool samples or by a biopsy (taking a small sample of tissue from an organ in your body and looking under a microscope for the parasite). Symptoms: What do I look for?

44. HPA | Schools | Cryptosporidiosis cryptosporidiosis in England and Wales prevalence and clinical and epidemiological Timing of symptoms and oocyst excretion in human cryptosporidiosis. http://www.hpa.org.uk/infections/topics_az/schools/guideline_info/cryptosporidio

Skip navigation menu Search Advanced Search Home About Us Topics A-Z ... Contact Us Infectious Diseases Infections A-Z list HPA Centre for Infections Services and Activities Bioinformatics ... STBRL Key Functions Infectious Diseases Radiation Emergency Response Business Activities Guidelines on the management of communicable diseases in schools and nurseries Cryptosporidiosis Topics A-Z Schools Reviewed on 30 April 2003 ref. Mode of transmission E: waterborne, food borne, animals P: faeco-oral Definition of onset: Diarrhoea Incubation period E: 1-14 days [7] (n = 94) Risk of transmission Low to moderate. See comment (a) High attack rates in nurseries Duration of shedding: 2-4 weeks from onset [mean 19 days] (n = 44) 50% patients excrete oocysts after resolution of diarrhoea for 1-15 days [mean 7] (n = 44) Period of infectiousness

45. Cryptosporidiosis | The New Mexico Aids Info Net A description of the opportunistic infection cryptosporidiosis, including symptoms,prevention and treatment. http://www.aidsinfonet.org/articles.php?articleID=502

46. Cryptosporidiosis Home Page Our fact sheet answers some common questions about cryptosporidiosis. cryptosporidiosis statistics from the 2003 Oregon Communicable Disease Summary http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/ph/acd/diseases/crypto/crypto.shtml

Text-Only Site State Directory Agencies A-Z Accessibility ... Diseases A-Z Cryptosporidiosis Cryptosporidiosis info Cryptosporidiosis home Cryptosporidiosis fact sheet Cryptosporidiosis statistics On this page More info/links Reporting Statistics Cryptosporidiosis (often called "crypto") is a diarrheal disease caused by a one-celled parasite called Cryptosporidium parvum . Few people had heard of crypto until 1993, when over 400,000 people in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, became ill after their drinking water became contaminated with the parasite. Large outbreaks and isolated cases of crypto have been identified in Oregon as well. This has focused attention on determining and reducing the risk for cryptosporidiosis from community and municipal water supplies. For persons with suppressed immune systems, for example persons with AIDS, some cancers, or recent organ transplants, the infection may persist indefinitely, and symptoms may be more severe. More info/links Our fact sheet answers some common questions about cryptosporidiosis. Facts About Cryptosporidium brochure from EPA Region 10.

47. Chryptosporidiosis Fact Sheet Who is at risk? What can I do to prevent cryptosporidiosis? cryptosporidiosis (oftencalled crypto ) is a diarrheal disease caused by a onecelled http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/ph/acd/diseases/crypto/facts.shtml

Text-Only Site State Directory Agencies A-Z Accessibility ... Cryptosporidiosis Fact Sheet What is cryptosporidiosis? How is cryptosporidiosis spread? What are the symptoms of cryptosporidiosis? How soon after exposure do symptoms appear? ... What can I do to prevent cryptosporidiosis? What is cryptosporidiosis? Cryptosporidiosis (often called "crypto") is a diarrheal disease caused by a one-celled parasite called Cryptosporidium parvum . Few people had heard of crypto until 1993, when over 400,000 people in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, became ill after their drinking water became contaminated with the parasite. Large outbreaks and isolated cases of crypto have been identified in Oregon as well. This has focused attention on determining and reducing the risk for cryptosporidiosis from community and municipal water supplies. Only about 30 crypto cases are reported in Oregon each year, but undoubtedly many thousands of infections go unreported. How is cryptosporidiosis spread?

48. Cryptosporidiosis : Bureau Of Communicable Disease : NYC DOHMH cryptosporidiosis is a diarrheal illness caused by the microscopic parasite Anyone can get cryptosporidiosis. However, it causes more severe illness in http://www.nyc.gov/html/doh/html/cd/cdcry.shtml

Bureau of Communicable Disease Cryptosporidiosis What is cryptosporidiosis? Cryptosporidiosis is a diarrheal illness caused by the microscopic parasite Cryptosporidium , which until 1976 was not known to cause disease in humans. In 2003, there were 126 cases reported among New York City residents (rate of 1.6 cases per 100,000 persons). Who gets cryptosporidiosis? Anyone can get cryptosporidiosis. However, it causes more severe illness in persons with HIV/AIDS and others with impaired immune systems, such as people receiving cancer chemotherapy and transplant patients on immunosuppressive drugs. How is cryptosporidiosis spread? Infected animals and humans have Cryptosporidium in their digestive systems. The parasite is passed in the stool (feces) of an infected person or animal as an oocyst (egg-like form of the organism). When it is outside the body it is protected by an outer shell and can live in the environment for long periods of time. People become infected by ingesting the organism. Infection can occur by touching stool or objects contaminated by stool and then touching the mouth with unwashed hands. Persons and animals can also become infected by drinking water or by eating raw or undercooked food that is contaminated with stool from infected animals or persons. Some people have become sick after swimming in public pools contaminated with stools from infected persons. Sexual activity in which the mouth or hand may come into contact with a partner's anus or stool presents a risk. It may take very few oocysts to cause infection.

49. Reportable Infectious Diseases And Conditions cryptosporidiosis. cryptosporidiosis Fact Sheet cryptosporidiosis Information Centers for Disease Control and Prevention http://www.idph.state.il.us/health/infect/reportdis/cryptosporidiosis.htm

Cryptosporidiosis Cryptosporidiosis Fact Sheet Cryptosporidiosis Information - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Illinois Department of Public Health 535 West Jefferson Street Springfield, Illinois 62761 Phone 217-782-4977 Fax 217-782-3987 TTY 800-547-0466 Questions or Comments

50. Cryptosporidiosis Persistent diarrhea due to cryptosporidiosis in these persons can lead to death.How is cryptosporidiosis diagnosed? The patient s physician can order a http://www.idph.state.il.us/public/hb/hbcrypto.htm

CRYPTOSPORIDIOSIS IN IMMUNOCOMPROMISED PERSONS What is cryptosporidiosis? Cryptosporidiosis is a disease caused by an intestinal parasite. Watery diarrhea and often abdominal cramping are the major symptoms. Other symptoms include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, weight loss and low-grade fever. In some patients, symptoms will come and go and in other patients they will be persistent. Symptoms usually occur about a week after exposure, but can begin as soon as one day or as late as 12 days after exposure. How do you get cryptosporidiosis? The parasite Cryptosporidium parvum is found in the feces of infected animals and people. Persons, dogs and cats become infected when they swallow this parasite. This is one reason why hands should be washed after contact with pets. Hands also should be washed after changing a child's diaper and after using the toilet. Other activities that bring a person in contact with feces of another person can result in exposure. The parasite, which can be present in sewage or runoff from feed lots, can contaminate water sources, and several large waterborne outbreaks have occurred. Outbreaks also have occurred in child day care centers. In Illinois, 75-100 cases of cryptosporidiosis are reported annually. How serious is cryptosporidiosis?

51. Cryptosporidiosis Detailed information on cryptosporidiosis, including transmission, location, riskfactors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/uvahealth/adult_travel/crypto.cfm

[ Skip Navigation ] Health System Home For Health Answers Healthcare Professionals ... Advanced Search Health System Search Search for Information People UVa Home Health System News Health System Events (all) Health System Publications ... Making a Gift Topics All About Cancer Blood Disorders Bone Disorders Breast Health Cancer Cardiovascular Disease Dermatology Diabetes Digestive Disorders Endocrinology Environmental Medicine Eye Care Glossary Gynecological Health Infectious Diseases Kidney Disease Men's Health Mental Health Nervous System Disorders Non-Trauma Emergency Oral Health Orthopaedics Otolaryngology Pathology Pediatrics, General Health Prostate Health Radiology Respiratory Disorders Skin Cancer Surgical Care Urology Women's Health UVa Health Topics A to Z FIND A DOCTOR Center for Global Health MAKE AN APPOINTMENT CALENDAR OF EVENTS ... WHY CHOOSE UVA Search This Site Cryptosporidiosis What is cryptosporidiosis? Cryptosporidiosis is a diarrheal infection caused by the parasite Cryptosporidium. The parasite is transmitted after drinking or swallowing contaminated food or water, including water swallowed while swimming. Because the parasite is protected by an outer shell that allows it to survive for long periods of time outside the body, it is very resistant to chlorine disinfection. Where does cryptosporidiosis occur?

52. Cryptosporidiosis cryptosporidiosis. Centers for Disease Control. Biliary cryptosporidiosisin HIVInfected People after the Waterborne Outbreak of cryptosporidiosis http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/ency/cryptosporidiosis.jsp

53. Cryptosporidiosis Links to information relating to cryptosporidiosis. http://www.healthinsite.gov.au/topics/Cryptosporidiosis

Skip to Content Advanced Search About Health Insite A-Z Health Topics ... Conditions and Diseases Topics such as asthma, diabetes, cancer, arthritis, depression Health and Wellbeing Topics such as fitness, nutrition, drugs, preventing suicide, health insurance, women's health, living with a disability Life Stages and Events Topics such as menopause, pregnancy, ageing, going into hospital Health Services Includes links to State/Territory Health Services and other services News Health Insite Newsletter ... Home Cryptosporidiosis Cryptosporidiosis is a diarrhoeal disease caused by microscopic parasites of the genus Cryptosporidium. The parasite is recognized as one of the most common causes of waterborne disease within humans around the world and may be found in drinking water and recreational water. Follow the links below to find information relating to cryptosporidiosis. Created April 2005 Printer friendly page 9 Resources Found Results 1 to 9 displayed. Title: Cryptosporidiosis Publisher: Department of Health and Human Services, Tasmania (DHHS) Description: Cryptosporidiosis is an infection of the bowel caused by the parasite, Cryptosporidium parvum.

54. Cryptosporidiosis cryptosporidiosis. DESCRIPTION A gastrointestinal infection characterized bywatery diarrhea and cramps, sometimes severe, produced by protozoa of the http://www.5mcc.com/Assets/SUMMARY/TP1047.html

Cryptosporidiosis DESCRIPTION: A gastrointestinal infection characterized by watery diarrhea and cramps, sometimes severe, produced by protozoa of the genus Cryptosporidium. Other characteristics include weight loss, nausea, vomiting and fever. Disease is self-limiting except in the immunocompromised, where it is typically chronic and may be fatal. The number of cases continues to rise. CAUSES: Cryptosporidium spp ICD-9-CM: 136.9 unspecified infectious and parasitic diseases Author(s): Mark R. Dambro, MD

55. Notifiable Condition: Cryptosporidiosis Notifiable Conditions Index page for cryptosporidiosis. http://www.doh.wa.gov/notify/nc/cryptosporidiosis.htm

You are here: DOH Home Notifiable Conditions » Cryptosporidiosis Index Search Employees Site Directory: Notifiable Conditions: Cryptosporidiosis Other links concerning Notifiable Conditions Local Health Jurisdictions How to Report a Notifiable Condition Reporting Forms Glossary ... EpiTrends Posters (PDF, 645KB) (PDF, 529KB) (PDF, 314KB) (PDF, 117KB) (PDF, 129KB) Associated Programs Communicable Disease Epidemiology WEDSS (Washington Electronic Disease Surveillance System) PDF documents require the free Acrobat Reader. Click here to download a copy Cryptosporidiosis Cryptosporidiosis in Washington State New requirements for the reporting of cryptosporidiosis were instituted in December of 2000. In the first year of reporting, DOH received 73 case reports. Cryptosporidia Purpose of Reporting and Surveillance To identify sources of transmission (e.g., a commercial product or public water supply) and to prevent further transmission from such sources.

56. WA State Department Of Health - Cryptosporidiosis Fact Sheet Fact Sheet About cryptosporidiosis. You are here DOH Home » NotifiableConditions » cryptosporidiosis Fact Sheet, Search Employees http://www.doh.wa.gov/Notify/factsheets/cryptosporidiosis.htm

You are here: DOH Home Notifiable Conditions » Cryptosporidiosis Fact Sheet Search Employees FACT SHEET Communicable Disease Epidemiology October 2002 Cryptosporidium What is cryptosporidium? Cryptosporidium is a one-celled parasite that can cause a gastrointestinal illness called cryptosporidiosis. Where does it come from? Cryptosporidium occurs in the feces of infected animals or humans. It is environmentally resistant and may survive outside the body for long periods of time. To become infected, a person must consume contaminated food or water, including from streams or rivers. What are the symptoms of cryptosporidiosis? Diarrhea, abdominal cramps, headaches, nausea, vomiting and a low-grade fever. These symptoms can last for weeks and may result in weight loss and dehydration. Symptoms are more severe for people with weakened immune systems and can lead to death. Who are people with weakened immune systems? Persons on chemotherapy, organ or bone marrow recipients, persons with HIV or AIDS, malnourished children, the very young and the very old.

57. Travel Medicine - Cryptosporidiosis cryptosporidiosis is a diarrheal infection caused by the parasite Outbreaks ofcryptosporidiosis have also occurred in the United States when water http://uuhsc.utah.edu/healthinfo/adult/travel/crypto.htm

Cryptosporidiosis What is cryptosporidiosis? Cryptosporidiosis is a diarrheal infection caused by the parasite Cryptosporidium. The parasite is transmitted after drinking or swallowing contaminated food or water, including water swallowed while swimming. Because the parasite is protected by an outer shell that allows it to survive for long periods of time outside the body, it is very resistant to chlorine disinfection. Where does cryptosporidiosis occur? Cryptosporidium is prevalent throughout the world. Travelers to developing countries who visit rural areas, hike or trek in backcountry areas, or frequently eat or drink in areas where sanitation is poor are at greatest risk of contracting the disease. Outbreaks of cryptosporidiosis have also occurred in the United States when water supplies or swimming pools become contaminated. How is cryptosporidiosis spread? The disease is spread by accidentally swallowing anything that has come into contact with the feces of a person or animal with the infection. This includes: swallowing water contaminated with cryptosporidiosis. The infectious stage of the parasite, called a crypto oocyst, can be transmitted by swallowing water from swimming pools, hot tubs, jacuzzis, lakes, rivers, springs, ponds, or streams contaminated with sewage or feces (from either humans or animals).

58. Vermont Department Of Health Click on the document below for a fact sheet regarding cryptosporidiosis. It isa PDF file so you ll need Adobe Acrobat Reader to open it. http://www.state.vt.us/health/crsporid.htm

Cryptosporidiosis Click on the document below for a fact sheet regarding Cryptosporidiosis. It is a PDF file so you'll need Adobe Acrobat Reader to open it. Cryptosporidiosis Fact Sheet PDF file The Vermont Department of Health Division of Epidemiology and Disease Prevention P.O. Box 70, Burlington, VT 05402 863-7240 or 1-800-640-4374 toll-free Find the information you need quickly by searching the VDH website: Vermont Department of Health 108 Cherry Street, Burlington, VT 05402-0070 Last Update : 5/29/00 Comments or questions regarding this web site? Send e-mail to the Webkeeper@vdh.state.vt.us

59. Cryptosporidiosis (Cryptosporidium Parvum) - Minnesota Dept. Of Health Causes and Symptoms of cryptosporidiosis cryptosporidiosis facts, including commonsymptoms and how the disease is spread. Preventing cryptosporidiosis http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/idepc/diseases/cryptosporidiosis/

dqmcodebase = "http://www.health.state.mn.us/script/" Cryptosporidiosis ( Cryptosporidium parvum Cryptosporidiosis Home Causes and Symptoms Prevention Statistics ... For Health Professionals External Links CDC Cryptosporidiosis Foodborne Illness Home Causes and Symptoms Prevention Statistics ... For Health Professionals More From MDH Infectious Diseases A-Z Infectious Diseases by Category External Links CDC Foodborne Illness Cryptosporidiosis ( Cryptosporidium spp. ) Cryptosporidium spp. Causes and Symptoms of Cryptosporidiosis Cryptosporidiosis facts, including common symptoms and how the disease is spread. Preventing Cryptosporidiosis Learn how to minimize your risk of cryptosporidiosis. Cryptosporidiosis Statistics Statistics for cryptosporidiosis in Minnesota. Cryptosporidiosis Information for Health Care Providers Required reporting information, clinical features, laboratory diagnosis, treatment, and more. Protect others if you are experiencing diarrhea!

60. Preventing Cryptosporidiosis - Minnesota Dept. Of Health Preventing cryptosporidiosis A Guide for People with Compromised Immune Preventing cryptosporidiosis A Guide to Water Filters and Bottled Water http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/idepc/diseases/cryptosporidiosis/prevention.h

dqmcodebase = "http://www.health.state.mn.us/script/" Cryptosporidiosis ( Cryptosporidium parvum Cryptosporidiosis Home Causes and Symptoms Prevention Statistics ... For Health Professionals External Links CDC Cryptosporidiosis Foodborne Illness Home Causes and Symptoms Prevention Statistics ... For Health Professionals More From MDH Infectious Diseases A-Z Infectious Diseases by Category External Links CDC Foodborne Illness Preventing Cryptosporidiosis Consumers can prevent cryptosporidiosis by: washing hands carefully avoiding swallowing recreational water using caution when traveling avoiding drinking untreated water or treating water before drinking being careful when dealing with animals avoiding fecal exposure Be especially cautious if you have a compromised immune system Preventing Cryptosporidiosis: A Guide for People with Compromised Immune Systems CDC. Attention: Non-MDH link Minimizing Your Risk Wash your hands Wash hands after using the bathroom and changing diapers, and before handling or eating any food. Make sure that persons with diarrhea, especially children, wash their hands carefully and frequently with soap to reduce the risk of spreading the infection.

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