Living with Amoebiasis due to Entamoeba histolytica
A parasitic infection caused by swallowing cysts of Entamoeba histolytica, mainly in tropical regions, ranging from no symptoms to bowel or liver illness.
Understanding Amoebiasis due to Entamoeba histolytica
It mainly occurs in tropical regions after a person swallows an amoebic cyst. Some people have no symptoms. Others develop amoebic colitis in the bowel or liver abscesses. Spread to other parts of the body is extremely rare. It can occur at any time in life.
Signs & symptoms
Symptoms vary from person to person. GARD's summary says they may include:
- Severe belly pain
- Blood and mucus in the stool
- Fever and chills (with a liver abscess)
- Weight loss
- Enlarged liver
- No symptoms in some people
Not everyone has every symptom. GARD's list comes from the Human Phenotype Ontology.
Diagnosis
- 1Talk with your doctor
Share the symptoms you've noticed, when they started and your family health history. Notes and photos can help.
- 2See a specialist
Your doctor may refer you to a specialist who knows rare conditions.
- 3Ask which tests can help
Your care team will decide which exams and tests can confirm the diagnosis.
Care & treatment
- Care team
- A doctor familiar with rare conditions, plus specialists as needed
- Expert care
- Ask about multidisciplinary care centers for rare conditions
- Treatment
- GARD doesn't list specific treatments for this condition. Your care team will tailor care to your symptoms.
- Research
- Clinical trials and observational studies may be options. See the research section below.
General information, not medical advice. Your care team makes the decisions.
Everyday life
Living with a rare condition is easier with support.
- Connect with rare disease patient organizations for support
- Keep notes on symptoms, changes and questions for appointments
- Ask about patient registries that help research
- Look into financial aid and travel resources for care visits
Quick facts
GARD says it is caused by the parasite Entamoeba histolytica, usually after swallowing an amoebic cyst.
Patient organizations
Rare-disease groups that can help
- Global GenesRare Diseases · United States
- National Organization for Rare DisordersRare Diseases · United States
- Genetic AllianceRare Diseases · United States
- RARE FoundationRare Diseases · United States
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