Diseases and Conditions
Blastocystis hominis
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Risk factors
Complications
Prevention
Diagnosis
Treatment
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Risk factors
Blastocystis is common, but you may have a greater risk of exposure if you:
- Work with animals
- Are exposed to human feces at work, such as a children's day care
- Travel to a country with poor water sanitation
