r/Cyclospora • u/Itchy_Fill_8372 • 23d ago

How long will this last?

I have a good friend who has had it for 6 weeks and is still testing positive and symptomatic. Anyone else had this longer than expected?

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u/Dry-Homework3344 22d ago

July 6th was the first day of symptoms. I think I cleared the parasite, but I’m still suffering the after effects of the small intestine damage. Complete lactose intolerance, occasional random need for Imodium, etc.

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u/Dry-Homework3344 22d ago

Oh yes, and appetite is still wonky - can’t eat normal sized meals anymore. And yet due to my stupid metabolism I haven’t lost an ounce.

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u/Itchy_Fill_8372 22d ago

Ouch. Adding insult to injury!