What Is Amoeba Disease

Amebiasis is an intestinal (bowel) illness caused by a microscopic (tiny) parasite called Entamoeba histolytica, which is spread through human feces (poop). Often there are no symptoms, but, sometimes it causes diarrhea (loose stool/poop), nausea (a feeling of sickness in the stomach), and weight loss.

Is amoeba harmful to humans?

Amoebas of the genus Acanthamoeba also can cause severe infections in humans: a sight-threatening corneal infection called Acanthamoeba keratitis, caused by poor contact lens hygiene, leading to outbreaks in cities around the world.

What are symptoms of amoebas?

• diarrhea (which may be bloody)
• stomach pains.
• cramping.
• nausea.
• loss of appetite.
• fever.