Clonorchiasis
A foodborne infection caused by parasitic worms in freshwater fish.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging always required
- Spreads through contaminated food or water
- Medium-term: resolves within months
Clonorchiasis spreads through eating freshwater fish that's improperly cooked. Symptoms develop as the parasite invades parts of the liver.
Symptoms include nausea, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Over time, more serious liver disease can develop if the infection is left untreated.
Treatment is usually with antiparasitic medications.
Extremely rare: Fewer than 1,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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