Blastocystis is a highly prevalent single-celled parasite that infects the gastrointestinal tract of humans and animals. It has become the most prevalent gastrointestinal parasitic infection in developed and many developing countries, and it will produce long-term diarrhea, abdominal pain, and other symptoms in healthy individuals.
BRF’s web site has written and audio descriptions from patients, information on the newest research in diagnosis and treatment of Blastocystis ‘hominis’ infection, and information on BRF’s advocacy program.