Worms in adults: symptoms, treatment

Worms call worms of the group of worms that are parasitic in the human body and the cause of the dysfunction of organs and systems. In adults often pinworm and roundworm. There can also be different types of tapeworms that treat tapeworms. In any case, if you have symptoms of helminthiasis should consult immediately with a doctor who will prescribe an effective treatment.

The causes of the disease

There are several sources of pollution of the body by helminths:

1. The bot – in this case, the worms enter the human body through the soil and the water. It can also occur after contact with the animals and in the removal of fly eggs on the food.
2. Contact way worms are transmitted from person to person. As pinworms are normally found, and the risk of infection is very high.
3. Bio-helminthiasis – worms enter the body after the consumption of raw and undercooked meat or fish.
4. Bites of insect. Very often carriers of worms are mosquitoes.

The main route of infection with worms is considered to be fecal-oral. In this case, helminth eggs enter the human body with food or water. Very rare helminthic infestations occur during the stings of insects.

The symptoms of worms in adults

Signs of infection are directly dependent on the location of worms in the body. The largest colonies of parasites – ascarids, pinworms, tapeworms – are found in the intestine, however, some helminths are able to move through the body. For example, roundworm can first reach the stomach and from there through the blood to the lungs or the liver. Were developed during three weeks, and then re-enter the gut or the stomach.

Pinworms are often found in the anus, causing intense itching. In women can also be localized in the genitals. Parasites such as Fluke cat's, often live in the liver and the pancreas. Echinococcus granulosus is able to hit muscle and bone, and tsepni – penetrate, even in the brain. In addition, some types of worms can live in the respiratory tract causing a cough persistent.

Depending on the localization result in the following symptoms of helminthiasis:

• Constipation. The worms of large size, it may close the lumen of the intestine, which leads to a violation of the chair. The constipation can last more than two days.
• Diarrhea. Some parasites produce a special substance that stimulates the body to the secretion of undigested food waste with plenty of water.
• The flatulence. Individual species of helminths provoke the inflammation of the small intestine, resulting in an excess of gas formation. If the weather does not get rid of the worms, flatulence, can last up to several months.
• The irritable bowel syndrome. The worms can cause the development of inflammation in the intestine that leads to malabsorption of nutrients.
• Pain in the muscles and joints. The worms can be localized in any part of the body. If they fall in the joints or the muscles, which begin to destroy the tissue. The result is the pain, which are the body's response to the activity of the parasite.
• Allergy. Selection of worms can cause the production of the body by special cells called eosinophils. That cause inflammation of the tissues that becomes the cause of allergic reactions.
• Diseases of the skin. As a result, a person's acne, wrinkles, hives, acne and even warts. Sometimes, infection with helminths leads to an increase of the fragility of nails and hair.
• The anaemia. Certain types of worms can stick to the walls of the intestine, receiving from him not only nutrients, but also of the blood. In the end, the man is a development of anemia.

• The weight of change. Most of the times, the infection with helminths leads to a strong loss of weight. The fact that the parasites absorb a lot of nutrients that enter the human body with food. In addition, the presence of a helminth infection often leads to the loss of appetite. However, in some cases in humans, an increase in the body mass – this process is a protective response of the body to release the worms.
• Problems in the functioning of the nervous system. The presence of worms in the body affects the state of the nervous system. As a result, the person develops anxiety, anxiety and even depression.
• Sleep disorders. If every night he wakes up in the middle of sleep, this can indicate a helminth infection. It was at this time to cleanse the liver of toxins produced by helminths. Usually in the night parasites can leave the body through the anus, and this process is accompanied by a feeling of strong itching.
• The chronic fatigue syndrome. This condition manifests itself as depression, lethargy, weakness. The reason of this problem lies in the shortage of nutrients in the body. The person may experience impairment of memory, emotional tension.
• Alterations in the immune system. Infection with helminths can cause immune disorders. As a result, people much more often suffer from viral diseases. You can have allergic reactions to products conventional. In the intestine often develop goiter or colitis, but on the face – acne and herpes.
• Oncological pathology. The worms can be so much poison in the body that the immune system can not cope with this process. The result of developing a variety of complications, including conducive to the appearance of malignant tumors.
• The inflammatory process of the Airways. The worms can move freely in the different organs, and, of course, the respiratory system, can not be an exception. If the worms obstruct the airway ducts, there may be difficulty breathing. Also in humans there is often a cough and increased body temperature. The most dangerous complication of helminth infections is the development of bronchial asthma.

Methods of diagnosis of helminthiasis

In order to identify the worms in the body of adults, most often used ovoscopy. This study is the analysis of a feces on eggs of helminths, which are parasitic in the digestive system. Unfortunately, it is not always possible to obtain results that are absolute, since not all worms lay eggs in a systematic way.

More accurate results can be achieved with the help of histological coprogram. Through this study could clearly identify the parts of the bodies of the worms and their eggs. In the result, it is possible not only to diagnose helminth infections, but also to determine the species of parasites detected.

If there is any suspicion that the localization of helminths in the lungs, is shown an x-ray. In addition, it carries out the examination of the sputum. Identify parasites in the liver, the brain or the kidney, carried out CT or ultrasound. For the diagnosis of helminths in the blood making the blood. Also for this purpose can be carried out tests immune.

Treatment of worms in adults

The therapy was the most effective, you need to consult a doctor and strictly follow his recommendations. Specialist prescribes the treatment only on the basis of the results of the test. To make their own drugs because they have a toxic effect on the human body. In addition, it is worth considering that the different worms require different patterns of treatment. Equally important when choosing the dose of the drug is the age and weight of the person.

In the detection of pinworms or ascarids for the treatment drugs used.

Many drugs ineffective against the larvae and eggs of worms. In addition, there is a quite large threat of auto-infection Enterobius. So after 2-3 weeks, the therapy should be repeated.

Among the folk remedies for the fight against helminths secrete the pumpkin seeds and the herb tansy. Then they have to clean themselves to save and eat a thin film located between the seed and the peel.

To get rid of worms 300 g of this product is to be crushed, mix with honey and eat it. Do it best in the morning hours. Then you need 3-4 hours to abstain from food. After this time you will need to do an enema. The treatment can be repeated in a couple of weeks.

One of the most popular means of worms tansy is. To prepare the broth, 3 tablespoons of herbs, pour a glass of boiling water and leave for 1 hour, then drain. The skin should drink 3-4 times a day a tablespoon.

To cope with the toxins and to destroy the worms will help to products with a bitter taste. For these purposes, we recommend the use of wormwood and large. In addition, almost all worms can't tolerate acid environment. So, in order to deal with worms for their inclusion in the diet of sauerkraut, Apple cider vinegar, natural juices of acidic fruits and vegetables.

If there is a suspicion of the presence of worms in the body, it is necessary to include in the diet of a large number of carrots fresh. Also very useful to drink a natural juice of carrot and infusion of birch buds. For its preparation a teaspoon of raw pour a glass of water and heat on a steam bath for half an hour. Two hours later the infusion is ready for use. It is recommended to take half a glass of say twice a day. The course of treatment – 1 week.

Prevention of worms

For not having to deal with the unpleasant consequences of helminth infection, it is recommended to carry out preventive measures. To do so is to abandon the use of raw water sources or wells. You can drink only boiled or filtered water.

After contact with the ground and the hands need a good washing with soap and water. Not less carefully it is worth to wash the vegetables, herbs, fruits and berries. It is very important to the background of heat treatment of meat, fish and poultry. It is not recommended to eat dried, salted or raw products containing the blood.

After bathing in the waters, it is necessary to take a shower. You should not allow Pets to lick your hands or face, because their language can be helminth eggs. After contact with the animals must wash their hands. Also, you should run anti-parasitic cleanliness of the animal.

The peculiarities of helminth infections during pregnancy

From of worms no one is immune, and, of course, pregnant women are not an exception. In addition, during pregnancy the immune system is weakened significantly, and therefore the threat of development helminthiasis increases. To avoid this, you should pay attention to the prevention of the disease – it is good to wash your hands after going to the toilet or contact with animals, with great care, handle the vegetables, herbs and fruits before eating.

If the infection still occurred, you should consult immediately with a doctor. During pregnancy, you can take not all of the drugs of the worms. During this period, only allows the use of piperazine. When infected by Ascaris the dose is 1.5-2 g, the treatment course is 2 days and 2 doses an hour before meals. If a pregnant woman diagnosed with pinworms, the therapy should be continued for 5 days, taking the drug in the same dosage.

The worms are fairly common in adults, causing serious disturbances in the work of many organs and systems. To avoid the development of dangerous complications, you should deal with the prevention of helminthiasis. If the parasite all-taki has entered the body, it is necessary to consult with the doctor who will prescribe an effective remedy.