What complications are associated with cryptosporidiosis?
What complications are associated with cryptosporidiosis?
Cryptosporidiosis may cause life-threatening complications for people with compromised immune systems. This includes people who:
- Have cancer or HIV/AIDS
- Live with certain inherited diseases that weaken the immune system
- Take immunosuppressive drugs after an organ transplant
Infants, young children, and pregnant women are at higher risk for complications from this infection. Complications may include prolonged diarrhea resulting in severe dehydration. This condition requires immediate medical treatment.