Surge in Sexually Transmitted Amoebic Dysentery Cases in the UK

Health experts are raising the alarm over a rise in amoebic dysentery caused by Entamoeba histolytica in the UK. The parasite spreads mainly through oral-anal sexual contact and can trigger severe diarrhoea, stomach cramps, fever, nausea and bloody stools. Some infected people may not show symptoms but can still pass on the infection. If left untreated, the parasite can invade the liver, lungs or brain, leading to serious complications and, in rare cases, death. Anyone experiencing persistent diarrhoea or related symptoms after sexual activity is urged to seek medical attention promptly. Early diagnosis allows effective treatment with antiparasitic medication. Experts also recommend practising good hygiene, using barrier protection during intimate contact and abstaining from sex while symptomatic to help curb transmission.

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