What increases my risk for parasitic infections?

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  1. Exposure to conditions in which parasites thrive increases your risk for parasitic infections. Parasites are most prevalent in rural settings or places where water or food may be more easily infected. No matter where you are, if you have a compromised immune system, you are at greater risk for developing a parasitic infection.

    Exposure to conditions in which parasites thrive increases your risk for parasitic infections. Parasites are most prevalent in rural settings or places where water or food may be more easily infected. No matter where you are, if you have a... More
  2. Dr. Robynne Chutkan
     

    Certain factors can increase your risk for parasitic infections, says gastroenterologist and Dr. Oz guest Robynne Chutkan. Learn more about these risk factors by watching this video.





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    Certain factors can increase your risk for parasitic infections, says gastroenterologist and Dr. Oz guest Robynne Chutkan. Learn more about these risk factors by watching this video. More