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Worm infections

Description
It is a macro parasitic disease of humans in which a part of the body is infected with parasitic worms. There are numerous species which are classified into tapeworms, roundworms and flukes.
Causes

Most common way to become infected with intestinal worms is eating undercooked meat from an infected animal such as pig, cow or fish. Other possible causes include:

  • Consumption of contaminated water
  • Consumption of contaminated soil 
  • Poor hygiene and sanitation

Once inside the system, the parasite travels to your intestines where they reproduce and grow in the intestines. After reproducing they become larger in size and amount.

Risk factors

Children are susceptible to worm infections, probably because in school they play in environments with contaminated soil. 

Older people are also at risk because of their weakened immune system.

Symptoms
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Bloating/gas
  • Fatigue 
  • Tenderness
  • Weight loss 
Diagnosis

The doctor may carry out an examination of stool samples. It might take several stool samples to confirm the presence of worms. 


Your doctor may carry out a blood test as well as an X-ray. 

Management

Mebendazole is a class of medicines which is usually given to treat worm infections. 

When to consult a doctor?

Consult your doctor when the symptoms start showing and you keep losing weight. 

Available Medicine for Worm infections

Engpar 750mg|5ml

Rs.9.8

English Pharma

Engpar 750mg|5ml

Rs.61.36

English Pharma

Irza par 750mg|5ml

Rs.25

Irza

Irza par 750mg|5ml

Rs.165

Irza

Pipragen 750mg|5ml

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Genera

Prozine 750mg|5ml

Rs.15

Progressive

Remipar 750mg|5ml

Rs.25.58

Remington