https://www.cdc.gov/cyclosporiasis/index.html
Homepage for CDC's cyclosporiasis website Clinical information on the parasite that causes cyclosporiasis, including testing and treatment.
https://www.cdc.gov/cyclosporiasis/about/index.html
Jul 27, 2026 · Treatment If you are experiencing symptoms of Cyclospora infection, see your healthcare provider. Cyclosporiasis is treated with trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, sold as Bactrim,* Septra,* or Cotrim.* If you are allergic to sulfa drugs, talk to your healthcare provider about other potential options.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyclosporiasis
Cyclosporiasis is a disease caused by infection by oocysts of Cyclospora cayetanensis, a pathogenic apicomplexan protozoan transmitted by feces -contaminated food and water. [1][2] It is a cause of food poisoning. [3] Because the oocysts of Cyclospora must sporulate in the environment for 1–2 weeks before they become infectious, direct person-to-person transmission is unlikely. [4 ...
https://www.npr.org/2026/08/02/nx-s1-5914624/cyclospora-michigan-infection-lettuce-parasite-outbreak
1 day ago · Cyclospora, the parasite that has sickened thousands this summer in the U.S., requires time in the human digestive tract to reproduce.
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17957-cyclosporiasis
Apr 14, 2026 · Wondering what’s causing your watery and/or explosive diarrhea? Here’s what you should know about cyclosporiasis, including causes, symptoms and treatment.
https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/15/health/cyclosporiasis-parasite-food-safe-avoid
Jul 15, 2026 · Cyclosporiasis is the intestinal illness caused by the microscopic parasite cyclospora, and symptoms typically develop about two days to two weeks after exposure, including prolonged watery ...
https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/25/health/cyclospora-outbreak-investigation
Jul 25, 2026 · Cyclospora outbreaks are difficult to investigate in large part because of the parasite itself. People who ingest tainted food or water don’t get sick right away.
https://www.fda.gov/food/foodborne-pathogens/cyclospora
Cyclospora cayetanensis is a parasite that is so small it can only be seen under a microscope. When people eat food or drink water that’s contaminated with Cyclospora, they can get an intestinal ...
https://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/food-poisoning/what-is-cyclosporiasis
Jul 15, 2026 · Cyclosporiasis is a parasitic intestinal infection spread through contaminated food or water. Learn its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
https://www.newsweek.com/cyclospora-originate-parasite-outbreak-prevention-12195597
Jul 15, 2026 · Cyclospora infections are being reported across the United States, prompting renewed questions about where the parasite comes from, how it spreads through the food supply, and what consumers can ...
