Giardiasis - Frequently Asked Questions

SYMPTOMS & TREATMENTS

Learning about giardiasis:	What is giardiasis? Who is affected by giardiasis? What is malabsorption syndrome? What is lactase deficiency? What is x-linked agammaglobulinema? What other conditions are similar to giardiasis?
Being diagnosed:	What is a medical history and physical exam for giardiasis? What is a stool analysis? What are antigen tests? What are string tests for giardiasis? What is endoscopy? What other tests might be done to find giardiasis?
Getting treatment:	What are antiprotozoal medicines for giardiasis? What is paromomycin? What is albendazole? What is nitazoxanide?
Ongoing concerns:	How do I purify water to prevent giardiasis? How can I prevent giardiasis while traveling? What hygiene tips can help me avoid giardiasis?

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By:	Healthwise Staff	Last Revised: February 16, 2011
Medical Review:	E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine W. David Colby IV, MSc, MD, FRCPC - Infectious Disease

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Giardiasis - Frequently Asked Questions

SYMPTOMS & TREATMENTS