School of Med's Amy Edwards: The parasite that causes explosive diarrhea is here in Cleveland

The parasite that causes explosive diarrhea is here in Cleveland. Here’s what to know

Signal Cleveland: Amy Edwards, an associate professor of pediatrics and specialist in infectious illnesses, said the number of cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal ailment that appears every summer as individuals eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, is rising. “This is one of the biggest outbreaks I can remember hearing about,” Edwards said.