What is it?
Flagellated protozoa infection which invade the duodenum and proximal jejunum
How does it present?
Watery, malodourous diarrhoea
Bloating, flatulence
Abdominal cramps
Wt loss
Diagnosed by?
Stool microscopy for cysts
(PCR tests in MEDC)
OGD for duodenal biopsy (rarely necessary)
Treated by?
Metronidazole
Tinidazole