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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.
The disease can be mild, causing swelling and fever, or it can be long lasting. Left untreated, it can cause congestive heart failure.
Treatment for Chagas disease focuses on taking medications that kill the parasite and on managing symptoms.
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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