Amoebiasis: Symptoms and Complications

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Which symptom is not commonly associated with amoebiasis?

Nausea

How long can cysts of Entamoeba survive in soil?

Up to a month

What is the most accurate test for diagnosing amoebiasis?

Finding specific antibodies in the blood

How can amoebiasis be prevented?

Improved sanitation practices

Where can the parasite spread if it reaches the bloodstream?

Liver

Test your knowledge about the symptoms and complications of amoebiasis, an infection caused by the parasitic amoeba Entamoeba histolytica affecting the intestines. Learn about the potential symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and anemia, as well as the possible complications like colon inflammation and ulceration.

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