What Causes Cryptosporidiosis

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For more information, see the CDC Prevention Guide at www.cdc.gov/hiv/resources/brochures/crypto.htm . How Is Crypto Treated? There is no "cure" for crypto; however, antiretroviral therapy (ART) will decrease or get rid of crypto symptoms. Nitazoxanide has been approved by the FDA for the treatment of crypto in children and adults. It is used along with ART. Some drugs approved for other uses can be used against cryptosporidiosis, including...

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Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,See below.Dr. Bobfollow up bi guy with crypto Jan 9, 2009ok well got tested it was neg it was the rapid 10 min elisa i guess i should say woo hoo but still kinda scared should i shell out the money for the pcr test does it mean that the last... Read more »

Spiramycin for cryptosporidiosis

Is spiramycin an effective treatment for AIDS-related cryptosporidiosis?...

Response from Judith Feinberg, M.D.

University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine

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Hi Dr.So many people get anaemia with HIV. Why? Is taking iron supplements a good idea?...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,Excellent question! There are many potential causes of anemia for people living with HIV. There are 2 main categories of causes - decreased production of red blood cells and increased loss or destruction of red blood cells.In the... Read more »

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Response from Judith A. Aberg, M.D.

Washington University, St. Louis School of Medicine

Crypto could stand for one of 2 diseases, either cryptosporidiosis or cryptococcosis. I think most of us use the "nickname" more commonly for cryptococcosis but certainly after one has identified which one they are talking about, we... Read more »

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