How to avoid the ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite that is wreaking intestinal havoc across the US
Wellness How to avoid the ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite that is wreaking intestinal havoc across the US By Olivia Stephens, FOX Weather Published July 12, 2026, 9:28 p.m. The parasite causes an intestinal illness known as cyclosporiasis, which commonly triggers watery or explosive diarrhea and other gastrointestinal symptoms such as stomach cramps or pain, bloating, and increased gas, to name a few. Of the 31 states tracking infections, Michigan remains the hardest hit, with health officials logging more than 1,500 cases of cyclosporiasis as of July 10.
- ▪Wellness How to avoid the ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite that is wreaking intestinal havoc across the US By Olivia Stephens, FOX Weather Published July 12, 2026, 9:28 p.m.
- ▪The parasite causes an intestinal illness known as cyclosporiasis, which commonly triggers watery or explosive diarrhea and other gastrointestinal symptoms such as stomach cramps or pain, bloating, and increased gas, to name a few.
- ▪Of the 31 states tracking infections, Michigan remains the hardest hit, with health officials logging more than 1,500 cases of cyclosporiasis as of July 10.
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