"I had to Google giardiasis to get it treated after months of ineffective antibiotics and persistent, severe stomach issues, leading me to a proper diagnosis."
"Despite my serious symptoms, my doctor doubted giardiasis because I hadn't reported contaminated food or water, although I had worked in unhygienic conditions."
"After advocating for myself, my doctor prescribed treatment for giardiasis, and I was cured within a week, highlighting the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare."
"Reflecting on my past health issues, including gallstones and giardiasis, showcases the sometimes messy, difficult realities of bodily health and medical experiences."
Giardiasis is an intestinal infection caused by a parasite, diagnosed about a million times annually in the U.S. After experiencing severe stomach problems for six months and ineffective treatments, self-research led to a diagnosis of giardiasis. The doctor initially doubted this diagnosis due to a lack of reported exposure to contaminated food or water, despite the patient’s relevant experience in refugee camps. Once the diagnosis was acknowledged, a prescription led to a quick cure within a week. Reflection on past health issues underscores the complexities of medical experiences.
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