What Is Chagas Disease?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
10. Treatment
As with so many other diseases, Chagas disease is easier to treat the sooner it is caught. Early treatment is also necessary in order to try and prevent the disease from entering into the chronic stage. If it is suspected, then a blood test will be necessary to come to the correct diagnosis.
If the blood test confirms the disease, other tests may be necessary to check the health of your organs. Medication can help to kill the parasite, but they become less effective the longer the patient has been infected. The drugs themselves can also cause some unwelcome symptoms.
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