The cause of amebiasis is mainly the protozoan parasite Entamoeba histolytica.
Some risk factors for amebiasis include consuming contaminated food or water, association with food handlers whose hands are contaminated, contact with contaminated medical devices such as colonic irrigation devices, and being pregnant.
I’m still not sure I understand how being pregnant can result in amebiasis but I am sure the questions will come and the answers will follow regardless of how much I like them.
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