People of all ages can face the problem of worm infections. As you know, parasites can live asymptomatically in your body for a long time, so it is important to take preventive measures to cleanse the body from time to time. Symptoms of parasites in the human body are reflected in a person's general well-being, often accompanied by chronic fatigue, headaches, indigestion, sleep and appetite disorders. Today we will talk about how to recognize worms in the body. In the next article you will learn about the symptoms and treatment of parasitic infections.
What are parasites
Parasites are creatures that can live and feed on the human body. There are many different types of parasites that can cause different symptoms and diseases. They can also be disguised as various diseases. Parasitic infections can very often develop in children, as well as adults, especially if pets are kept at home - in animals. Parasites are creatures that can live and feed on the human body.
Science has proven that there are more than two hundred and fifty different types of parasites. Medical statistics show that 95% of people are infected with parasites. In the human body, parasites live on alfalfa and multiply in various organs and systems of the body.
They live in the intestines as well as in the liver, and can live in the lungs, heart, and even the brain, blood, and lymph. Very often, worms occur in people with weakened immune systems. Parasites live for a very long time and constantly multiply as exponents.
The main mechanisms of the spread of worms
- Soil, sand and other soil types are the most fertile habitat for worm eggs. Fruit plants are in constant contact with the ground. Greens, fruits, and vegetables come into contact with workers' hands, dusty shelves of vegetable stores, and trucks while harvesting. Under such conditions, the products are more likely to be contaminated with parasite eggs. Therefore, plant products should be washed thoroughly under running water, then pour boiling water over them. You need to be especially careful in rural areas where pets walk in the yard and then enter the house. It's not hard to imagine what kind of sewer a cat or dog can bring home after a night walk. Flies and cockroaches are also carriers of helminth eggs. Sitting on food, insects can infect your food. Any contact with soil and sand can cause parasites to enter the human body. Therefore, hands should be washed thoroughly, especially under the nails. This is especially true for children.
- From person to person. This mechanism of infection is highly effective. For example, pinworms lay their eggs at night in the area around the anus. When the child is asleep, he scratches the place where the egg was laid, because it starts itching. Thousands of eggs fall on clothes, on beds, and on door handles in the mornings, and on anything touched by a little jealous before washing and washing their hands in the mornings. As a result, the whole family is at risk of infection.
- By contact with water. There are many species of worms in open water. Bathing and accidentally swallowing water is a serious risk of infection
Children are more likely to be infected with worms than adults. This is due to the fact that the child's body is poorly protected (protective mechanisms are only formed) and the child is in active contact with the external environment. Parents should make an incredible effort to teach him the basics of personal hygiene. A baby under the age of 6 has a high risk of infection. According to statistics, about 95% of children under the age of 4-5 are infected with worms. Therefore, special attention should be paid to prevention.
Most worm species live inside the body, lay eggs only there, and die after a certain period of time. For example, pinworms live 6-8 weeks, roundworms - up to 1 year. The number of parasites in the body increases only with the entry of new eggs from abroad.
The treatment allows you to get rid of worms faster and stop laying eggs in the intestines. It is almost impossible for children with helminthic infestation to recover without medication. New eggs will constantly enter the oral cavity, filling the ranks of adults in the bodies of children.
What are the signs of helminth infestation?
Signs of the appearance of worms in humans are obvious and hidden. These include "unreasonable" weight loss, pale appearance (skin anemia), chronic fatigue, and night itching in the anal area. These manifestations are well known and indicate infection. There are often cases of helminthic invasions, in which diseases of the internal organs are exacerbated, and previously undetectable diseases occur. These are considered secret signs.
People are treated for many diseases and the cause is ignored. In this case, therapy does not work. Examples of such cases are:
Infectious diseases as a result of reduced immunity
When parasites are in the human body, they consume a lot of food and release toxic substances. Such cases significantly reduce the patient's immunity. Exacerbation of chronic diseases, various inflammatory processes in the nasopharynx may begin. When parasites are in the human body, they consume a lot of food and release toxic substances. Such cases significantly reduce the patient's immunity.
Standard treatment for sinusitis or stomatitis is pointless. It is important to rule out the cause. In girls and women, inflammatory processes of the uterine appendages, vulvovaginitis, vaginosis of various origins can often begin.
Folklore says that if a person snores in sleep or grits his teeth, it means that he needs to be treated for parasites. However, this information has not been confirmed by medical science.
General disorder as a result of intoxication of the body
The more severe the helminth infestation, the more harmful the parasites secrete. This has a detrimental effect on the well-being of adults and children and on the nervous system.
Examples include migraines, dizziness, and joint pain. A person who relieves nausea takes painkillers, but the pain soon returns: the cause of the disease has been ignored.
Nervous system disorders in children are accompanied by irritability, apathy, aggression. If your child is starting to sleep poorly, talk in his sleep, have nightmares, or slip in class, then it's time to start preventing helminthiasis.
Allergic reactions, skin pathologies
Worm waste products are considered to be triggers of allergens. Skin reactions (rash, itching, rash, peeling of the skin) - these are the minimum symptoms that can occur at the onset of allergies. Skin reactions (rash, itching, rash, peeling of the skin) - these are the minimum symptoms that can occur at the onset of allergies.
There is a possibility of general reactions of the body: exacerbation of asthma, rhinitis, cough. Sometimes helminthic infestation is accompanied by fragility and hair loss, cracking of the skin on the heels and hair loss on the nails.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Depending on the severity of the infection, symptoms can range from mild to severe. Mild nausea and diarrhea, chronic flatulence, constipation, vomiting, pain in the abdomen and hypochondrium. Worms in the tissues do not affect the gastrointestinal tract as much as intestinal parasites.
Signs and symptoms of parasites in the body
- allergic reactions (edema of the mucous membranes, the formation of compressed foci);
- constipation or diarrhea;
- cough;
- nervousness and sleep disorders;
- grinding of teeth;
- cold sweats and loss of strength;
- heartache and more.
The main sources of parasitic infections in summer are: raw fish, dirty hands, unwashed vegetables and fruits, water (protozoa live in chlorinated water in cysts) and, of course, pets. In the fur of animals, the eggs of worms (Ascaris and Toxocara), Giardia, the parasites of the dog's wet breath spread up to 5 meters.
The risk of infection with parasites in the summer is high. This is especially true for children. According to statistics, 8 out of 10 students have parasitic infections: outdoor games, dirty hands and close contact with animals often provoke the appearance of "harmful inhabitants", which in turn causes malnutrition in the child, inhibiting his growth. and development.
Symptoms of worms depending on the type of parasite
Symptoms will be different for different types of worms in humans. The duration and severity of parasitic infection and the general condition of the patient before infection should be taken into account. The following table analyzes the main features of the presence of worms in humans due to diversity.
| Parasite type (disease) | Method of infection | Symptoms | Time of symptoms |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinworms (Enterobiosis) | With plant foods. | Nocturnal itching around the anus, the presence of parasites in the stool, severe short-term pain in the abdomen. | 2-3 days after infection |
| Vlasoglav (trichocephalus) | With contaminated food cooked in unsanitary conditions. | Symptoms are expressed only in severe occupation: diarrhea, abdominal pain, anorexia, inflammation of the appendix. In children, body growth may be delayed and even rectal prolapse may occur. | A few weeks |
| Wide ribbon worm (diphyllobotriasis) | By eating infected river fish. | This parasite can live in a patient for up to 25 years. Mechanical damage to the intestines, beriberi, intestinal obstruction, intoxication, allergies. | A few weeks |
| Round worm (fork worm) | Walking barefoot on loaded land. | Itching in places where the parasite penetrates, swelling of the feet and legs. Cough, sputum, damage to the bronchi and lungs. Weakness, dizziness. In women, the menstrual cycle is disrupted. Men have impotence. | A few days |
| roundworm (ascariasis) | With plant foods. | Pain in the intestines, peritonitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, diseases of the liver, pancreas. They can cause suffocation by crawling from the gastrointestinal tract to the esophagus or respiratory tract. | About 3 months |
| Trichinella (Trichinosis) | Poorly processed meat, fat. | Nausea and heartburn attacks, diarrhea. | 2 days |
| Liver and giant tumor (Fasciolosis) | Plant food and water. | Fever, dry cough, anorexia, abdominal pain. | 2-4 weeks |
In what organs can parasites live?
Worm parasites are divided into two categories according to the area of activity in the donor's body.
- Cavitary - worms that live in different parts of the digestive system. There are about 100 species of intestinal parasites, and there are several dozen species for each section of the intestine. The small intestine is ready to accept ascaris, antelope, broad tapeworms and other less common "brothers". The small intestine will "share living space" with pinworms, tapeworms and the rest. The medical literature describes cases in which a person is infected with several types of parasites at the same time.
- Tissue - worms localized in organs, tissues and even blood. Modern medicine successfully combats paragonimiasis (lungs), cysticercosis (brain), echinococcosis (liver) and filariasis (lymphatic vessels). Some worm larvae move through the circulatory system and inadvertently attach to any organ. If too many eggs are presented, the whole organism can be infected.
Consequences of parasitosis for the human body
By fighting foreign antibodies, the body's immune system is depleted. Human reserves of potassium, copper, manganese, selenium, zinc, magnesium and silicon are reduced. In addition to hematopoiesis and hormonal disorders, parasites:
- Damage to organs and tissues.
- Weaken the immune system.
- Disruption of metabolism.
- They poison the body with toxins.
- Disrupts blood supply to organs and lymphatic circulation.
- Inhibits skin & intestinal microflora
- To hinder the growth and development of children, etc.
It should be noted that the human body has defense mechanisms that can neutralize parasites. A properly functioning gut also produces special substances to destroy parasites.
For example, worm eggs can die in saliva, which can be stopped by the acidic environment of the stomach. A properly functioning gut also produces special substances to destroy parasites. But few people can boast of perfect health.
Ways to fight parasites
First, drug treatment based on the use of highly effective and synthetic drugs. However, taking these drugs not only destroys parasites, but also damages bone marrow, blood cells, mucous membranes of the gastrointestinal tract, kidneys, liver and nerve cells. After such treatment, restorative measures are usually required.
Second, an alternative treatment - the use of herbal infusions to cleanse the body. This method does not cause complications and has virtually no contraindications. The most common recipes against parasitosis include garlic, wormwood tincture, ground ginger, herbal decoctions and other natural ingredients. Unfortunately, the effectiveness of this method is not always proven, and the exact doses are not fully determined.
Biologically active supplements and complexes on a natural basis have a multifaceted complex effect on the body. In the first stage, the body is cleansed, then - an active antiparasitic strike, and finally - the restoration of intestinal microflora.
Treatment of helminthiasis
Treatment of parasitic diseases is a major problem. It is important to present not only how to get rid of the parasite, but also the goals of treatment of the parasite:
- parasites and all forms of their presence (cysts, eggs, larvae, etc. )
- to normalize the dysfunction of all organs and systems,
- recovery of the body.
The choice of treatment course is made individually, based on:
- severity of parasitic invasion,
- the presence of complications from a particular organ,
- severity of diseases in humans, etc.
The advantages of drugs in the treatment of parasitic diseases are:
- efficiency,
- security,
- ability to summarize the positive effects of several tools.
How to get rid of parasites
It is not recommended to start self-medication. About 60 species of worms are widespread in our country, and for each of them it is necessary to choose the appropriate drugs. Usually, doctors use 10 types of drugs and their analogues, depending on the type of helminths. These drugs have a mild detoxifying effect on the patient's body.
Parasite prevention
Parasites "live" in almost any human body. Unfortunately, even babies in the womb cannot be protected from the effects of protozoa single-celled parasites. Of course, you can't resort to pills, radiation and other actions to destroy them. To prevent the "worms" from starting to reproduce again, you need to change your diet, ideally switch to a raw food diet, or sit on a plant-based diet for a while.
The number of parasites in the human body is growing. There are many of them, as a result of which diseases and disorders of the organs are born. If you really want to carry out antiparasitic cleaning, then a single cleaning procedure will not suffice.
This issue should be approached comprehensively, preferably under the supervision of a specialist. And you need to change your diet so that the "worms" do not start to reproduce again, ideally switch to a raw food diet or sit on a plant-based diet for a while.