Amebiasis
Alternate Names : Amebic dysentery, Intestinal amebiasis
Treatment
Oral antiparasitic medication is the standard treatment for amebiasis. The choice of drug depends on the severity of the infection. Typically oral metronidaloze is used for 10 days. If you are vomiting, you may need treatment through a vein (intravenous) until you can tolerate medications by mouth. Antidiarrheal medications are usually not prescribed because they can make the condition worse.
After treatment, the stool should be rechecked to ensure that the infection has been cleared.
Prognosis (Expectations)
The outcome is usually good with treatment.
Complications
- Liver abscess
- Medication side effects, including nausea
- Spread of the parasite through the blood to the liver, lungs, brain, or other organs
Calling Your Health Care Provider
Call your health care provider if you have persistent diarrhea.
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