Cyclosporiasis

This code represents cyclosporiasis, an intestinal infection caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis. It typically manifests as watery diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea, and fatigue, often with a relapsing course if untreated.

Apply this code for confirmed cases of Cyclospora infection, often diagnosed via stool examination for oocysts. It is appropriate for both acute and persistent infections where the parasite is identified as the causative agent of the patient's gastrointestinal symptoms.

• Ensure documentation specifies Cyclospora as the pathogen, not just general parasitic enteritis.
• Consider sequencing this code as the primary diagnosis when it is the reason for the encounter.
• Do not confuse with other parasitic infections like giardiasis or cryptosporidiosis; specific pathogen identification is key.