Cyclospora symptoms — which typically begin approximately a week after exposure — include stomach issues such as severe abdominal cramps, bloating, increased gas, and nausea. Loss of appetite, significant weight loss, extreme fatigue, and muscle aches can also be signs.

Major outbreaks caused by the protozoan parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis are occurring in Michigan and Ohio, with confirmed cases in 18 states, including Pennsylvania.

Simply washing fruits and vegetables with water might not be enough to remove the parasite behind the U.S. outbreak.

As an explosive diarrhea outbreak splatters across the country, Taco Bell is preparing for the worst. This week, the fast food chain — or at least its locations in Michigan —

So far, Florida has recorded 60 cases this year. The infection is caused by a tiny parasite living in contaminated food and water.

Health officials are reporting record numbers of the unpleasant gastrointestinal infection in southeastern Michigan.