Describe the evidence in the case study

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An 18- year-old female mentions to her parents about having stomach pains and frequent bowel movements with blood in the stool and her parents are noticing she is losing weight. They decided to take her to the doctor and was referred to a gerontologist. She mentions she went on a trip 2 weeks ago with some friends on her 18th birthday to Costa Rica and consumed mostly chicken however she did consume a rare, cooked steak.

A blood test was done for any viral infections, stool was collected for culture and a ova & parasite exam. She also underwent a colonoscopy with multiple biopsies. Her blood tests came back with low hemoglobin level is 12 gm/dL. Her colonoscopy examination showed the presence of a parasite.

Course of treatment was for the patient to take Mebendazole 100 mg orally twice a day for 3 days with food, iron and B12 supplements and to stay hydrated. After taking the medication, the patient doesn't have any symptoms she had and is doing great.

PART 2

Solving a Case Study

The following criteria must be met in your solution to another students case:

Name of pathogen causing the disease
Describe the evidence in the case study that led you to your conclusion
Provide a recommended course of treatment

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