As cyclosporiasis infections continue to rise, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is reporting two deaths tied to the parasitic illness.
MDHHS provides daily updates on cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan, noting in its Monday report that two deaths have been identified as part of the outbreak.
“According to medical records, both individuals had significant underlying health conditions that may have been impacted by cyclosporiasis and dehydration,” the department stated. “No additional information will be provided on these two cases.”
Cyclosporiasis is not generally life threatening, according to state health officials, and deaths related to cyclosporiasis are uncommon in the United States.
The state has 11,234 identified cases of cyclosporiasis as of Monday, up from 10,773 cases reported Friday.
Cycloporiasis is caused by a microscopic parasite, which spreads through food and water contaminated with human fecal matter. Symptoms can emerge between two days to two weeks after exposure and include frequent, watery diarrhea; loss of appetite; weight loss; cramping; bloating; increased gas; nausea; and fatigue.
The state’s investigation remains outgoing, with the current information pointing to lettuce or salad greens as a potential source of the outbreak. However, the state’s health department says other food items cannot be completely ruled out, and No specific type of produce, grower, or supplier has been identified as the source.
Taylor Farms De Mexico, on July 17, issued a voluntary recall of iceberg lettuce products sourced from central Mexico. In its most recent update on July 24, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said they were investigating a multistate outbreak of Cyclospora infections tied to the recalled lettuce.
To prevent cyclosporiasis infections, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services advises residents to wash, peel and when possible, cook fresh produce to at least 158 degrees Fahrenheit. When buying lettuce, the department recommends buying whole heads over pre-cut salad greens and to discard the outer two to three layers of leaves.
Originally published on michiganadvance.com, part of the BLOX Digital Content Exchange.
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