Intestinal worms can appear in humans in different ways. The most common path of infection is contact with infected animals or inadequate intake of processed foods. No one is immune to infection. Helminthic invasion (damage to the body with tape, round and flatworms) leads to poor health, and in some cases - and serious complications. The problem must be fought for.
Modern medicine allows you to remove worms from the small intestine, and in the large intestine to stop its negative effects on the gastrointestinal tract. It is important to know how you can work to protect yourself from infection.
Causes of helminthic invasion
The causative agent of invasion is a worm that lives in the intestine, which can be of various kinds. They enter the body, and over time, intestinal parasites become more numerous. This organism is rooted in the human body, reproduces in it, eats nutrients that enter the body. Because of their mistakes, a person may lack essential nutrients: proteins, fats and carbohydrates, trace elements, vitamins. During invasion, pathogens move from the larval stage to full worms, seriously affecting the condition of the body. Parasites live in the human intestine for a long time and do not disappear without therapy.
You can be infected with worms in the following ways:
- Through food.Worms are often found on the surface of unwashed vegetables and fruits. Some types of parasites (tapeworms and pigs) leave larvae in the flesh. If not fried, then the larvae will enter the human body and begin to grow there.
- The way a household-relationship works. Touching a door handle in a public place, holding hands, and other elements without observing hygiene skills, one puts oneself at risk of attack. The contact method involves the spread of the disease by shaking hands with an infected person, and the household method is infection through dirty dishes or other household items.
- Through pets.Some types of parasites in the rectum use four-legged friends as intermediate hosts. Larvae are spread through contact with pets. This can happen when hugging, with an unexpected "kiss". A dog can carry a round worm egg on its claws by taking it from the ground outside.
With parasites in the gut, the symptoms and causes of the disease can vary. The main reason for the onset of infection is inadequate hygiene. With proper personal care, regular hand washing, and handling fresh food, the risk of infection can be dramatically reduced.
Worm type
What parasites live in the gut? The infected body is not one or two, but several different types of worms. They can coexist in the intestine at the same time, but more often worms in humans are found separately.
The main classification of worms is according to their appearance. Parasites are the intestines, the symptoms are similar.
Important!Only a doctor can determine the type of worm that affects the gastrointestinal tract. You can not determine the disease yourself.
There are three main types of worms:
- pita
- ;
- rata;
- round.
The tapeworm in the gut has a segmented body and a semi-flat shape, which is why helminths get their name (see photo). Round parasites in the human intestine appear closest to normal earthworms. It is translucent, with a white or colorless body where the main vessel shines. Flatworms are usually oval in shape, sometimes slightly segmented. The length of any type can be from 10 mm to 10 meters. There are many different parasites in the small intestine, some of which are much smaller.
Experts identify more than 10 types of helminthic invasion, which are based on various pathogens. The most common type is ascariasis, which is an infection with round worms 15 to 40 cm long with abdominal pain and intoxication. But there is another option:
- Trichocephalosis.The causative agent is the whip worm. Vlasoglav is one of the most versatile worms. It penetrates the cecum and into the large and small intestines. The main symptoms are dizziness, vomiting, nausea and other signs of worms and intoxication. Parasites that live in the small intestine are easily removed by medication.
- Teniarinhoz.This is the development of cow tapeworms in the human body. These worms are spread through large meat and pet products. As a result, there is constant poisoning of the body and pain in the abdominal cavity.
- Metagonimosis.One of the most dangerous forms of parasites in the human intestine, which requires immediate removal. It is caused by flux, which can cause intestinal inflammation. Infection occurs through untreated fish.
- Trichinellosis.The most severe form, resulting in the death of the patient in the absence of prolonged therapy. The causative agent, Trichinella, can penetrate from the intestine to internal organs and seriously interfere with their work. Due to the increased activity of parasites, pain is felt not only in the stomach, but also in the muscles. As an allergic reaction, conjunctivitis begins.
There are more than a dozen variations of worms, and the group of diseases that cause them - 10. It is difficult to distinguish from each other, even for specialists, so you can not make a diagnosis yourself. This will only lead to inappropriate therapy and an increase in negative symptoms. Only highly qualified physicians with special equipment can correctly identify the type of helminth, as intestinal parasites show symptoms similar to each other (teniarchosis and trichocephalosis are indistinguishable).
Due to helminthic invasion
In the absence of prolonged treatment, various complications may occur. The kidneys, bile ducts, and some internal organs are affected. Even the heart and brain are at risk if symptoms are not observed in a timely manner with harmful parasites in the gut.
Watch out!If you suspect serious helminthic invasion with damage to internal organs, an appeal to a specialist should be made immediately. Parasites can be fatal at any time if the case is ignored. Symptoms and treatment should be monitored by a physician.
The main complication of advanced helminthic invasion is withdrawal symptoms. This is a state of constant poisoning. The patient feels weak, unable to be active, suffers from vomiting and dizziness. Such symptoms will disappear only when the parasite is completely removed from the body.
During research, other effects of infection were also identified:
- skin becomes thinner, covered with viral growth (papilloma), acquires an unhealthy color;
- due to increasing vitamin deficiency, hair, nails become thinner and broken, bones become more brittle;
- the person feels constantly drowsy;
- due to changes in the nervous system, infected people may become more aggressive;
- In severe cases, the intrusion is fatal.
Death may occur if the problem is ignored for several years. During this time, helminths have time to grow into large sizes, and begin to actively consume nutrients, almost completely keeping them away from humans.
Symptoms of invasion
Helminthic invasion manifests itself at the first stage of development. The longer the parasite is in the developing state, the more pronounced the symptoms of worms in humans.
There are a number of nonspecific signs that do not differentiate the invasion of other diseases. Symptoms of parasites in the gut are numerous. The most common are the following:
- nausea;
- vomiting;
- feel tired;
- dizziness;
- loss of consciousness;
- gastrointestinal disorders;
- inflammation of the rectum;
- constipation.
A specific symptom that is rare in other conditions is traveling abdominal pain. He "walks" through the intestines, stabbing in several places at once. The reason is the movement and activity of parasites. Parasites in the intestine show symptoms of intoxication or intoxication, which makes the diagnosis of the disease difficult.
Diagnosis of disease
This disease, first of all, must be distinguished from similar gastrointestinal problems. It is necessary to distinguish it from common poisoning, infection, appendicitis. Differentiation occurs based on data obtained from the anamnesis. For more accurate results, it is recommended to undergo additional examination of the type of worm.
How do I know if there is a parasite? You can find the right type of parasite using fecal analysis. The parasites that live in the human intestine produce eggs, which are released along with the feces. Inside, experts found worm eggs and determined the type of parasite they were. Based on the data obtained, treatment was carried out.
Tip:go to a specialist with a completed stool analysis, and to maximize the speed of the procedure, order a check at a paid medical center. This will allow you to find out about your diagnosis as early as possible and find out if there are any worms.
During diagnosis, anamnesis was collected, irrigoscopy performed, and palpation of the abdominal area. The latter allows you to assess the degree of damage to the body. If there is a serious deviation, a person can be sent for additional examination. There they will find out how dangerous damage is to internal organs and whether they are at all there. After that, the therapy is prescribed, its main function is to cleanse the intestines at home. You can also determine the diagnosis with abdominal colonoscopy.
Therapy courses
How do I get rid of parasites? You need to clean the intestines at home. The infection is overcome by killing parasites. To combat them, special preparations for parasites are used.
Choosing a drug for parasites in the gut should be based on the type of worm. A large number of drugs are complex tablets, that is, they allow you to fight ascaris, and flatworms, and tapeworms. The drug works in a slightly different way.
Conditions for getting rid of worms
Taking medication usually only takes a day or two to fully recover. A large number of antihelminthic drugs are enough to use once, maximum - twice.
But this rule only applies to specific medications, after which the symptoms of worms in adults disappear immediately. Supplements are taken at different intervals.
Supplements are effective when taken for about a month. The optimal course duration is one and a half months. After that, a break is made for at least two months, if necessary, after this period, the drug is taken again.
Both biologically active additives and specific drugs can be used repeatedly, but when using them again, be sure to see a doctor. Treatment for parasites with folk remedies is not recommended.
Prevention of infection
Worm disease is easily prevented with simple hygiene practices. First of all, experts recommend limiting contact with untested animals and improving food hygiene. Any vegetables, fruits, herbs and other products must be washed. On its surface there may be helminth larvae that are invisible to the human eye. While frying, the meat must be brought to a level of readiness, while killing possible parasites.
It is important to follow the basic rules of personal hygiene:
- brushes used to clean teeth must be separate for each tooth;
- the same thing happens with body towels;
- after meals, dishes for yourself or household must be washed;
- can not eat from other people's dirty dishes;
- Hands should be washed after leaving the house, handling pets and before eating.
Adhering to the basic rules will allow you to forget about intrusion problems forever. Prophylactic formulations can be taken as health insurance. Before buying herbal food supplements, which will provide continuous protection to the body, you need to see a doctor.
Cleansing the gut from worms is a very important procedure for the health and well-being of patients. People who have parasites in their body cannot live fully.
It is also useful for cleansing the body for preventive purposes: it also allows you to remove toxins using cleansing techniques. With timely therapy, helminthic invasion is harmless.