Chagas disease
Also called: American trypanosomiasis
An infectious disease caused by a parasite found in the feces of the triatomine bug.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging always required
- Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong
Chagas disease is common in places where you can find the triatomine bug that transmits the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi. These places include South America, Central America, and Mexico.
Common: More than 200,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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Chagas disease is caused by a parasite. It is transmitted to people through the feces of insects. It is common in South and Central America and Mexico.