Giardiasis
Giardiasis is an infection of the digestive system caused by tiny parasites called Giardia intestinalis.
Giardiasis is caused by microscopic parasites known as Giardia intestinalis. The parasites live in the intestines of humans and animals.
Giardiasis can often be prevented by practising good hygiene and taking some commonsense precautions.
Stuart Cole caught giardiasis while on holiday in South America.