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What are some risk factors for getting parasitical infections?
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Diarrhea with foul-smelling stool that becomes worse in the later part of the day Sudden changes in bowel habits (e.g. constipation that changes to soft and watery stool). Constant rumbling and gurgling in the stomach area unrelated to hunger
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agocaused by protozoa or worms gaining entry into the body. Most of these organisms cause infections by being ingested in the form of eggs or larvae, usually present on contaminated food or clothing, while others gain entry through skin abrasions.
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∙ 13y agoan immune system weakened by disease or long-term exposure to toxic chemicals or environmental pollution prolonged antibiotic use alcohol and/or drug abuse smoking emotional and/or physical stress diet high in fat and sugar and low in fiber
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