Because amebas contaminate the stool of infected persons, amebiasis can pass from person to person wherever living conditions are unsanitary and hygiene is poor. Outbreaks of amebiasis can also happen wherever water supplies are contaminated by sewerage, and wherever human waste is used as fertilizer for fruits and vegetables. If your child is found to have amebiasis, give the antibacterial medication as prescribed by your pediatrician for as long as directed. If your child has a fever, ensure bed rest. Make sure that your child is drinking enough fluids, especially if he has a fever along with diarrhea.
Amebiasis is treated with antibacterial medications.
These medicines are usually given by mouth for up to three weeks. After the treatment is over a repeat stool examination is usually conducted to ensure that the ameba have been destroyed.