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Giardiasis

Stool examination for Giardia Lamblia cysts, 3 samples 48 hours apart

Giardiasis

 

·        Diagnosis:

o  Stool examination for Giardia Lamblia cysts, 3 samples 48 hours apart

o  Duodenal aspirate and direct examination for trophozoites

·        Treatment:

o  Tinidazole 2g stat or Metronidazole 400 mg 8 hourly for 7 days

o  Test for cure with repeat stool sample.  Relapse not uncommon

 

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