Amebiasis is an intestinal disease which causes diarrhea and colon inflammation.

• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain
• Stomach gas
• Fever
• Stool may pass mucus and blood
• Colitis
• Fatigue
• Anemia
• Weight loss

• Microscopic Studies: Three stool samples of different days are examined for the Entamoeba histolytica parasite with a microscope.
• Stool antigen detection: Performed to see Entamoeba histolytica protein in the stool sample.
• Blood Test: For anemia detection in patients.
• Colonoscopy: In case of bloody stool, to confirm colon inflammation due to parasite.
• Serum antibody test: Enzyme Immunoassay- this test is used when parasites are not seen in the stool samples.
• Liver Function test: To ensure normal functioning of liver.

• Maintaining proper hygiene
• Use of appropriate sanitary toilets
• Thorough washing of hands after defecation
• Adequate washing with soap- water before doing any kitchen work
• Careful washing of vegetables and fruits after bringing them from the market
• Use only correctly boiled water filtered and disinfected with iodine tablets or chlorine dioxide for drinking.
• Eating street vendor’s food should be avoided
• Drinking water from fountains should be avoided