Quite often people encounter parasites, but it is not always possible to identify their presence in the human body in a timely manner. What are the symptoms of parasites in the body? They are many and they are often intertwined with signs of internal diseases. How to understand what symptoms are inherent in helminths and how to cure helminth disease?
Pathways of infection
Worm larvae first enter the intestine and are located in it. Some types of helminths migrate from the intestines to other internal organs and find themselves even in those parts of the human body where it is sometimes very difficult to identify them. The reasons for the entry of parasites into the human body are different, here are the most common:
- a person can become infected due to poor hygiene;
- due to poor heat treatment of contaminated meat and fish products;
- poorly washed fruits and vegetables;
- through contaminated soil and water in open sources;
- in contact with sick animals;
- from person to person, through infected personal belongings;
- An adult or child becomes infected by an insect bite that sucks blood.
Main symptoms
From the gastrointestinal tract
The symptoms of parasites in the body are very diverse. On the part of the digestive organs, they manifest as follows:
- has common stomach and intestinal disorders - constipation or diarrhea;
- increased gas production and dysbiosis;
- symptoms of intoxication;
- bloody discharge during urination and during the act of defecation;
- itching and burning of the colon, especially at night;
- the appearance of an allergic reaction to food, unprecedented before;
- disorders of appetite - its complete absence or excessive food consumption.
Signs of digestive tract worms may appear daily or intermittently. It all depends on the number of parasites in the body of a child and an adult, on the place of their localization and on how long they are in the body. If there are no visible causes or existing diseases that disrupt the work of the digestive system, it is worth considering the presence of parasites in the intestine and just in case to undergo an examination.
From the nervous system
Adult parasites and their larvae secrete toxic products, the effect of which has a negative impact not only on the work of internal organs, but also on the human nervous system. The more parasites have settled in the intestines, the more damage they cause to human health and the more characteristic the symptoms. Manifestations of disorders of the nervous system and psyche:- irritability and anxiety;
- chronic lack of sleep;
- chills and fever;
- dizziness and headache;
- The children are anxious and very set up.
Allergic reactions
The presence of parasites in the body can provoke unprecedented allergic reactions. When infected with worms, allergies to food, drinks or medicinal herbs appear. The reaction manifests itself in the form of various red rashes all over the body, itching and itching of the affected areas. Allergies are accompanied by snot, severe cough, peeling and dry skin.
Other symptoms
The symptoms of parasitic diseases, in addition to common manifestations, can spread to other organs, provoke malfunctions and inflammatory processes. The symptoms of parasite poisoning can be caused by the presence of a certain type of worm parasitizing the body. The name of the parasite and its features:
- Schistosomal worms.Symptoms of schistosomiasis infection: skin rash in humans, bad breath, intoxication of the body. Worms provoke infections of the genitourinary system, thrush (in women) and inflammation of the prostate (in men).
- Wide bar.The first signs of parasites: intestinal obstruction, anemia, pain in the legs and joints. Diphyllobotriasis causes persistent diarrhea and disorders of the cardiovascular system.
- Cysticerci parasites.Symptoms of infection: mental disorders that cause hallucinations. Also, protruding moles appear on the body, which eventually transform into malignant tumors.
- Ascaris.Other signs of parasites: allergic dermatoses, headache attacks. Roundworm worms cause anemia, migraines and cerebrovascular problems.
Localization in the human body
Parasites in the human body choose any location suitable for life. They can affect the human brain, genitals, bronchi, liver, nasopharynx. Often the intestines are the habitat of the worms. Children are usually infected with pinworms, while adults, in addition to pinworms, parasitize the most common types of parasites: roundworms, cysticerci, tapeworms, schistosomes, giardia.
How to find out about the presence of parasites in the human body?
It happens that the presence of helminths in a person manifests itself with mild symptoms. How to check if parasites live in the human body? If most of the symptoms match, then you need to be examined and find the cause. General signs of parasites in the human body:
- severe itching and itching in the anal area (especially at night);
- rash on various parts of the body;
- headache attacks;
- upset stomach and intestines;
- unexplained weight loss;
- the appearance of swelling of the limbs;
- recurrent abdominal pain;
- chronic fatigue and apathy towards everything;
- pain in the kidneys and muscles.
Diagnosis and treatment
If a child or adult has any signs of parasite infestation, you should contact an infectious disease doctor or parasitologist immediately. The doctor will prescribe the necessary tests and a course of examinations. Only after receiving the results of the diagnosis will there be an accurate definition of this problem. Parasitic tests include:
- Stool analysis for the presence of worm larvae.
- Scraping for enterobiosis.
- Biochemical blood test.
- Radiography. It is performed in the case when it is necessary to determine the location of the parasites.
The treatment of parasites is carried out in stages and consists of the following methods:
- Anthelmintic therapy. The choice of drugs for the treatment of helminthic diseases depends on the type of parasite.
- Cleansing internal organs from worms with the help of homeopathic remedies.
- Traditional methods of therapy have a detrimental effect on parasites, removing adults and their larvae from the body. Folk recipes include: antihistamines from medicinal plants, anthelmintic products (garlic, dill, pumpkin seeds).
- If necessary, use an ozone-oxygen mixture (topical ozone therapy). It is used to destroy bacteria and viruses, relieves intoxication and has an immunomodulatory effect on the human body.
- Parasites that live in the human body and cause poisoning of the body require hospital treatment, in rare cases surgery.
A timely course of antiparasitic therapy will prevent adverse health effects. Although a person falls into the risk group for helminth infection, it is important to follow preventive measures, treat infections in a timely manner to prevent reinfection and maintain good health.