Cyclospora: An Enigma Worth Unraveling
1999
Overview of Cyclospora cayetanensis
Synopsis
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Charles R. Sterling, Ynes R. Ortega
Primary Institution: University of Arizona
Conclusion
Cyclospora cayetanensis is primarily transmitted through contaminated water and food, with significant outbreaks linked to raspberries from Guatemala.
Supporting Evidence
- Cyclospora infections have been confirmed in various regions including the Americas and Europe.
- Symptoms of infection may include diarrhea, nausea, and weight loss.
- Foodborne transmission was first suggested in 1995 when an airline pilot became ill after eating food prepared in Haiti.
- Raspberries from Guatemala were linked to multiple outbreaks in the United States.
- Unresolved issues include the environmental survival of Cyclospora and its transmission to humans.
Takeaway
Cyclospora is a tiny bug that can make you sick if you eat or drink things that are contaminated. It's often found in water and some fruits.
Limitations
Limited data on the infectious dose and environmental survival of Cyclospora.
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