When people think of a parasitic infection in humans, many imagine parasites as just problems in developing countries. But the reality is that they're common throughout the United States.

The most recent data show that about 12 million Americans have parasitic infections.³

So in this blog, we'll discuss the different types of parasites found in the United States that infect humans, the symptoms they cause, and how these infections spread. Knowing the signs of these infections can help you get the right treatment and avoid long-term health problems.