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Signs of the presence of parasites in the body and methods of treatment

Dry statistics say that half of the world's population are carriers of parasitic worms. Currently, scientists have more than 200 species of their own. A person lives for many years, ignoring the symptoms and not knowing about the presence of uninvited "guests". But more often the opposite happens: an organism, weakened by the presence of parasites, becomes an easy "catch" for various types of diseases, up to oncology. Some of the worms are removed with medicine, but there are also those that only survive surgery.

Varieties of parasites and methods of infection

For a successful fight you have to know the enemy by eye. What are the parasites in the human body and where exactly should you look for them?

  1. Circle wormsare the most common group. These include worms, roundworms, toxocara, worms, itching. They live in the digestive system of humans. Infection occurs when you eat unwashed vegetables, fruits, greens. At the same time, you should wash every product, even from your garden. There is also a risk of getting helminths by eating salty fish, bacon and poorly fried meats. At risk are those who have pets - cats and dogs. Some parasites do not reproduce in animals, but the latter are their active carriers.
  2. Ribbon- pork and beef ribbons, echinococcus, wide ribbon. These are the largest representatives of worms - the tapeworm, for example, reaches 25 m in length. They have the unique ability to nourish the whole body. In addition, they can move throughout the human body, including the brain and spinal cord. Worms of this class become infected by eating poorly cooked meat and fish - a sick individual can be the source of a tasty dish. Products that have undergone strict veterinary control must be purchased.
  3. Subcutaneous- dirofilaria, filamentous nematode, new. They multiply in the subcutaneous tissue of the host. The most common parasites of this type are found in tropical countries - India, Iraq, Africa. The infection is spread by blood-sucking insects - mosquitoes, flies, ladybugs. Its main symptom is a small formation, which, when pressed on it, moves.
  4. Trematodat (currents)- fashiola (hepatic current), schistosoma, fascillopsia. They live in the liver, biliary tract, pancreas, intestines. Infection is caused by semi-cooked, poorly salted or uncooked fish. Drinking unpasteurized water also contributes to the absorption of parasites.
  5. Tissue- trypanosome, Finns live in the brain and spinal cord, sarcosporidia - in striated muscle and microsporidia - in connective tissue. This class lives in different tissues of the body. Basically, the carriers are wild and domestic animals and birds - horses, sheep, pigs, chickens, ducks, dogs, cats. Through poorly cooked meat, parasites enter the human body.

Symptoms of Infection

It is not always realistic to easily determine that "guests" are placed in the body. An infected person is capable of not being aware of their presence for several years. Very often, the signs of the presence of parasites are very similar to the symptoms of certain diseases. There is a complete list of signals that the body gives in case of danger:

  1. anemia - an excessive amount of protozoa provokes heavy blood loss, which is the cause of iron deficiency;
  2. mixed, abdominal pain - worms irritate and damage the walls of internal organs, as a result of which wounds, microcracks and inflammation are formed;
  3. alternation of constipation and diarrhea - the first symptom occurs due to the large number or excessive size of parasites in the body, which contributes to the blockage of the intestinal lumen. The appearance of diarrhea is provoked by special substances secreted by the protozoan that can destroy chlorides and sodium;
  4. gas (increased gas production) and bloating are the result of inflammation in the worm-damaged digestive tract. Because of this, there is no absorption of fats in the small intestine, which immediately enter the large intestine;
    5. Bruxism is a clear sign of infection. This is how the nervous system reacts to a certain stimulus;
  5. skin problems - skin, acne, boils, eczema, papillomas, warts, changes in the structure of hair and nails, allergic manifestations. These symptoms occur due to the fact that the protozoan secretes many toxins that the liver can not cope with elimination. Therefore, they all accumulate within a person. The body tries to get rid of this impurity in every way, including removing it through the skin;
  6. a sharp decrease or increase in weight - "thanks" to the absorption of nutrients by worms, the human body experiences their lack, which leads to weight loss; weight gain occurs due to a drop in blood sugar, which increases the feeling of hunger, which the patient must constantly fill;
  7. joint and muscle pain is due to the movement of parasites through the body and their placement in muscle and joint fluid. This symptom speaks of tissue inflammation;
  8. deterioration of immunity, which causes permanent diseases that are difficult to diagnose. The reason for this is the fight of the human immune system against worms. With this symptom, the amount of immunoglobulin decreases and the body becomes powerless against attacks by viruses and infections;
  9. Frequent cough, profuse saliva production, runny nose, fever occur due to the fact that during the migration process worms enter the respiratory tract. Parasites in the body can provoke the development of asthma and pneumonia;
  10. increased fatigue, irritability, nervousness are caused by the fact that worms consume nutrients necessary for a person, which the body does not receive - magnesium, potassium, calcium, iron;
  11. when infected with worms, severe itching in the anus adds to the listed symptoms of the presence of parasites. This is due to the fact that female worms crawl to lay their eggs at night, which sometimes causes an intolerable burning sensation.

Visit a doctor

If at least 3-4 of the above symptoms are found in a person, then you should see a doctor as soon as possible and undergo treatment.

In such cases, contact the following specialists:

  • parasitologist;
  • helminthologist;
  • infectious disease specialist;
  • pediatrician;
  • therapist.

The specialist will definitely give a recommendation for tests and, based on their results, will choose the optimal therapy. Depending on the symptoms and treatment should be appropriate. Research alone is unlikely to provide a definitive answer on the presence or absence of parasites. Tests for some types of worms are done 7-8 times.

Another important nuance:if the infection is confirmed, then all family members are treated and prevented by the parasites. Most protozoa spread quickly in everyday life: through dishes, household items.

The reason for going to the doctor is as follows:

  • last return from a trip abroad, especially from African or Asian countries;
  • the presence of various impurities in the feces - mucus, blood;
  • sudden weight loss;
  • itching in the anus;
  • prolonged diarrhea or constipation alternating with diarrhea;
  • frequent colds or other illnesses.

There are a number of symptoms that accompany helminthiasis. Few people realize that banal fatigue can be a consequence of helminthic invasions. A baby who is infected with parasites immediately starts to lose his appetite, and he does not even want to eat his favorite dishes, he wants to eat cakes. There is pain and cramps in the abdomen, nausea (especially in the morning), diarrhea. Often a child becomes moody, irritable, his sleep is disturbed, grinding teeth can be observed in a dream (although today scientists argue if grinding is a sign of helminthiasis), emptying the bladder, coughing (no signs of cold). Worms cause in children a delay in physical and mental development, with helminthiasis, puberty occurs later, memory and thinking disorders are observed.

At risk are fans of dried and semi-raw meat, thermally processed minced meat, fresh fish. This also includes children of preschool and primary school age, pet owners, employees of veterinary clinics and those who, in professional or other activities, often work the land. For example, summer residents.

To prevent parasitic worm infection, you should follow a few rules:

  • wash your hands more often, especially for children and adults after contact with animals;
  • kill household insects - flies, mosquitoes, cockroaches;
  • Wash vegetables and fruits thoroughly, preferably with warm boiled water.

Medication treatment

A wide range of pharmaceutical products are available to combat parasites. Those who want to get a good result in the fight against an internal enemy must know against whom the war is going. This is only discovered after visiting a doctor and passing tests.

Of course, there are medicines that can successfully cure several types of worms at the same time. However, they kill not only parasites but also the beneficial microflora of humans. After receiving them, a course of restorative therapy is performed.

Under no circumstances should you heal yourself. All antiglusters are synthetic drugs that can have toxic effects on the liver, blood cells, and immune system. Therefore, do not use them without the need and advice of a doctor. For prevention, it is better to use popular recipes for treating worms in humans.

Folk remedies

Even if there are no symptoms of parasites, prophylaxis is performed every six months or a year. It has long been known that worms can not tolerate windy herbs and plants: onions, garlic, tansy, wormwood. The oldest known remedy for helminths is pumpkin seeds. Enough is enough to buy a pack of this product in any pharmacy or store, peel carefully (but so as not to remove the green peel) and eat.

There are many popular ways to get rid of helminths. Here are the simplest ones:

  1. in spring and summer they eat some sorrel leaves on an empty stomach;
  2. in winter it is very good to take a bath with the addition of anise infusion. This substance easily enters the body through the pores of the skin. And since it has a pungent odor, the parasites cannot tolerate it;
  3. a medicine that absolutely anyone can afford, even pregnant and lactating women - pumpkin seeds;
  4. two hundred ml pour 2 tbsp. lleh lisi. Insist in a closed thermos - so the water is better saturated with phytoncides;
  5. an art. tansy flowers pour a glass of boiling water, and then insist under the lid for 4 hours. After that, filter and drink 1 tbsp. l4 times a day half an hour before meals;
  6. mix 150 ml of alcohol and 1 tbsp. lpelin. The mixture is introduced for 2 weeks, after which 20 drops are taken 3 times a day 30 minutes before eating.

No need to panic and leave the problem of helminth infection. If you turn to a specialist when the first signs of an illness appear and undergo a course of treatment, you can avoid many illnesses. Once you get rid of the parasites, the basic rules of hygiene are followed - and the worms will no longer appear in the body. After all, it is easier to prevent a disease than to cure it for a long time and with pain.