What to Know About Cyclosporiasis' Lethality After Michigan Reports 2 Deaths Cyclosporiasis, a parasitic infection caused by the microscopic protozoan Cyclospora cayetanensis , has been making headlines in recent weeks with two fatalities reported in Michigan.
This outbreak highlights the often overlooked threat posed by this disease, which affects people worldwide, particularly in areas where sanitation and food safety standards are inadequate.
Understanding Cyclosporiasis: A Rare and Lethal Infection Cyclosporiasis is a gastrointestinal illness characterized by watery diarrhea, abdominal cramps, fatigue, weight loss, and flu like symptoms.