This is what to know about cases of cyclospora infection in multiple states across the U.S.

Cyclospora, a parasite causing “explosive diarrhea,” is spreading in the US, including Michigan, New York, Texas. Authorities are trying to find the cause.

U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a report Wednesday indicating cases of a parasitic infection that causes “explosive” watery diarrhea are on the rise in the United States. Cyclosporiasis,

Cyclosporiasis, a parasitic infection that causes diarrhea and other intestinal issues, has broken out across the U.S. including in Georgia.

Cyclosporiasis is caused by a microscopic parasite called cyclospora cayatenensis, which is common in tropical and subtropical parts of the world.

Cyclosporiasis, an illness that spreads through food or water contaminated with feces, has spread to the Cincinnati area, causing explosive diarrhea.

Cyclosporiasis is a type of food poisoning that can cause severe diarrheal illness, but it is not usually life-threatening. The latest spike in Michigan has health officials on high alert.