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Yanks' star to be tested for potentially fatal condition
New York Yankees first baseman Jason Giambi is to undergo tests for a potentially fatal condition sometimes caused by intestinal parasites and he could miss the rest of the season, according to the Newark Star-Ledger.
Giambi missed Sunday night's 9-6 Red Sox victory over the Yankees. It was the 12th start Giambi has missed, mostly due to an intestinal parasite, which has caused him to struggle to find energy at the plate.
The five-time All-Star has already undergone several tests and the Star-Ledger has reported Giambi will be tested for a parasite called entamoeba histolytica, which can cause a potentially fatal condition called amebiasis.
Apparently, the parasite can be transmitted in a number of ways, including through water and food. And it essentially can embed in the intestinal lining, and can only be detected through very specific tests.
Giambi is expected to be with the team in Toronto on Monday, and then he will fly to New York on Tuesday to meet with an infectious disease specialist.
The slugger is mired in an 0-for-19 slump at the plate and has been replaced by veteran Tony Clark at first base.
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As much as I can't stand Giambi, I hope he'll be alright...
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