¿Parásito o bebé? | Parásitos Asesinos | Discovery Channel Latinoamerica
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5 min, 2 sec
The video recounts the harrowing experience of Kirsten, a pregnant teacher, who contracts the parasite Cryptosporidium.
Summary
- Kirsten, a pregnant high school teacher, begins to experience severe stomach pain and diarrhea.
- Initially using over-the-counter medication, her condition does not improve, leading to the discovery of blood in her stool.
- At the clinic, an ultrasound reveals her unborn baby is undernourished due to the parasitic infection.
- Doctors diagnose her with Cryptosporidium and prescribe an antiparasitic medication.
- Kirsten undergoes an emergency cesarean section, and her daughter is born healthy.
Chapter 1
Kirsten, a high school teacher, is introduced along with her family and her ongoing pregnancy.
- Kirsten, a high school teacher, lives with her husband Derek, a computer consultant, and their two-year-old son.
- She is pregnant and preparing for the arrival of their second child.
Chapter 2
Kirsten experiences severe stomach pain, initially mistaking it for contractions, and suffers intense diarrhea.
- As her due date approaches, Kirsten feels a painful cramp in her stomach while sitting in the kitchen.
- The pain persists and she rushes to the bathroom with intense diarrhea.
- Despite the discomfort, she decides to endure without taking leave from work.
Chapter 3
Kirsten discovers blood in her stool, prompting an urgent visit to the clinic.
- Kirsten notices blood in the toilet after another diarrhea attack, which horrifies her.
- Initially fearing premature labor, she realizes something is seriously wrong and visits the clinic.
- An ultrasound is performed on her eight-month-old fetus.
Chapter 4
Doctors diagnose Kirsten with a Cryptosporidium infection affecting her and her unborn baby's health.
- The ultrasound reveals that the fetus is not growing properly due to Kirsten's illness.
- Kirsten is diagnosed with the Cryptosporidium parasite, which is absorbing nutrients from her body.
- She is prescribed an antiparasitic medication while concerned about her baby's health.
Chapter 5
An emergency cesarean section is performed, and Kirsten's daughter is born healthy.
- Kirsten's gynecologist, Dr. Alison Duncan, decides on an immediate cesarean section due to the medical seriousness.
- Kirsten and Derek are anxious about the health of their baby and Kirsten's condition.
- After 45 minutes of surgery, their daughter is born healthy.
Chapter 6
Kirsten learns about the Cryptosporidium parasite and begins recovery after the birth of her daughter.
- Kirsten wonders how she contracted the parasite and learns about its contagious nature and presence in contaminated water and food.
- The antiparasitic treatment works, her diarrhea stops, and her hemorrhoids disappear after four weeks.
- She reflects on the ordeal making their family stronger and more united.
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