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Cyclospora

Cyclospora is an infection that causes diarrhoea. It's not found in the UK, but there's a risk of getting it while travelling in some parts of the world.

Check if you're at risk of cyclospora

You can get cyclospora from drinking unclean water or eating food that has not been cooked thoroughly or washed with clean water.

Cyclospora is found in parts of:

  • Central and South America
  • south and southeast Asia
  • the Middle East
  • Africa

You cannot catch it from close contact with someone who has it.

How to avoid cyclospora while travelling

If you’re travelling to an area where cyclospora is found, there are things you can do to reduce the chances of getting it.

Do

  • wash your hands with soap and clean water or alcohol hand gel regularly

  • only drink bottled, boiled or purified water

  • only eat food that has been cooked thoroughly or cleaned with bottled, boiled or purified water

Don't

  • do not eat raw fruit and vegetables that have not been washed in bottled, boiled or purified water

  • do not have ice in your drinks

  • do not drink tap water or use it to clean your teeth

Symptoms of cyclospora

Not everyone with cyclospora gets symptoms. If you do get symptoms, they usually start about a week after getting infected.

Symptoms of cyclospora include:

  • diarrhoea
  • loss of appetite and weight loss
  • stomach cramps
  • bloating and farting
  • tiredness
  • feeling sick
  • muscle aches

Ask for an urgent GP appointment or get help from NHS 111 if:

  • you have diarrhoea and you've recently travelled to an area where cyclospora is found
  • you have diarrhoea for more than 7 days
  • you have bloody diarrhoea or bleeding from your bottom

You can call 111 or get help from 111 online.

If you're still abroad, get medical advice where you are as soon as possible.

Treatment for cyclospora

Cyclospora usually gets better on its own within a few days or weeks. Make sure you have lots of fluids to avoid dehydration.

Sometimes you may be asked to provide a sample of poo (stool sample) so it can be checked for cyclospora.

If your symptoms are severe or do not go away, you may need antibiotics.

Last Reviewed
29 March 2022
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