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Cyclosporiasis in Arizona

Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by the microscopic parasite *Cyclospora cayetanensis*. It primarily affects humans, causing prolonged watery diarrhea, and is most often linked to consuming contaminated fresh produce or water. While found globally, outbreaks have been common in developed countries due to imported produce.

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¿Qué es Cyclosporiasis?

The parasite *Cyclospora cayetanensis* was first observed in stools in 1979 but was recognized as a significant human pathogen in the early 1990s. Its historical significance grew due to large foodborne and waterborne outbreaks, particularly in North America, often linked to contaminated fresh produce. This led to increased public health awareness and research into its epidemiology.

Síntomas

  • Sudden, explosive, watery diarrhea (can be prolonged or relapsing)
  • Loss of appetite and weight loss
  • Abdominal cramps, bloating, and increased gas
  • Nausea and fatigue
  • Less common: Vomiting, low-grade fever, muscle aches

Transmisión

Cyclosporiasis is transmitted through the fecal-oral route, primarily by ingesting food or water contaminated with mature *Cyclospora cayetanensis* oocysts. Direct person-to-person transmission is unlikely because the oocysts passed in stool are not immediately infectious; they require days to weeks to sporulate (mature) in the environment. Outbreaks are frequently associated with contaminated fresh produce such as raspberries, basil, or leafy greens.

Período de Contagio: Varies by disease

Prevención

  • Thoroughly wash all fresh fruits and vegetables, especially berries, lettuce, and herbs, before consumption.
  • Avoid drinking untreated water from lakes, streams, or unverified sources.
  • Practice good hand hygiene, particularly after using the restroom and before handling food.
  • When traveling to areas where Cyclosporiasis is common, avoid raw produce and opt for cooked foods.

Arizona Recursos de Salud

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Understanding Cyclosporiasis: Key Questions

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Cuándo Buscar Atención Médica

Seek care if you experience severe dehydration, bloody stools, high fever, or symptoms lasting more than 3 days. Children under 5, adults over 65, and immunocompromised individuals should seek care earlier.

Síntomas de emergencia: Severe dehydration, inability to keep fluids down for 12 or more hours, or neurological symptoms require emergency care.

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Recursos Expertos y Referencias

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CDC

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WHO

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Contenido Revisado Médicamente

La información sobre enfermedades en Virus Watcher es revisada por nuestro Epidemiólogo Jefe, ex analista principal del CDC para el pronóstico FluSight. Los datos de brotes se agregan de fuentes verificadas incluyendo BEACON, ProMED, OMS, CDC y más de 50 agencias nacionales de salud. Esta información es con fines educativos y no debe reemplazar el asesoramiento médico profesional.

Última revisión: 2026-08-13

Recent Cyclosporiasis Reports

No confirmed cases reported in Arizona yet. Here are the latest Cyclosporiasis reports from our global surveillance network.

The company said it was unaware of any reported illnesses linked to its products containing jalapeños, which were distributed to major retailers across 26 states. Taylor Farms, which has been linked to a large outbreak of cyclosporiasis associated with iceberg lettuce in the Uni…

Mexico · 2026-08-11

An infectious disease expert has issued advice to travellers following an outbreak of an 'explosive diarrhoea' infection in the US and Mexico. It comes as health officials in Michigan in the US have confirmed the first two deaths linked to cyclospora, which is a parasite that cau…

United States · 2026-08-09

This summer has been particularly tough for foodborne illnesses, with reports of explosive diarrhea, severe stomach cramps, hospitalizations, and even deaths. Not all reported outbreaks have reached Florida, but as federal agencies investigate cases of salmonella, E. coli and cy…

Mexico · 2026-08-08

Dr. Robert Redfield, who served as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention during the first Trump administration, is warning people to stay away from certain fruits and vegetables to avoid cyclospora. The CDC has confirmed 10,468 domestically acquired cases ac…

United States · 2026-08-07

See more from the L.A. Times in Google Search. Set us as preferred California is reporting more cases of cyclosporiasis than it would on average for this point in the summer, including two recent cases where residents ate at out-of-state Taco Bell restaurants, according to state…

United States · 2026-08-07

Investing.com -- Sysco Corp has halted purchases of iceberg lettuce from Mexico following a U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak, CEO Kevin Hourican told Reuters on Tuesday. In mid-July, Sysco-- the largest U.S. food distributor-- stopped sales and distribution of Taylor Farms iceberg l…

United States · 2026-08-06

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. If you've been following the news, you're probably aware of the cyclospora outbreak that has fruit and vegetable lovers nationwide in a frenzy. According to experts, however, it's best not to panic since there…

United States · 2026-08-03

Data by one test-maker shows a positivity drop, but rate could be influenced by number of people taking test The maker of a popular laboratory test said the cyclosporiasis outbreak in the US may be slowing. An outbreak of infections from the single-celled parasite has grown to m…

United States · 2026-08-02

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