Human hairworm (Trichocephalus trichiurus) - is a parasite of the cecum, less often thick. This worm has a thin threadlike body of 3-5 cm in length, thanks to which it can penetrate deep into the intestinal mucosa, from which it is difficult to remove it. It occurs on all continents, but preferably in countries with a hot and humid climate. It causes a disease called hairyworm (trichocephaly).
How do we get a whipworm?
Whites eggs that are excreted in the faeces do not cause immediate infection. They must first be matured in moist and warm soil, and larvae should form inside them. Man infects himself by eating products contaminated with eggs containing already developed larvae. Infections are mediated by flies that carry eggs with larvae from faeces and soil for food products. Another source of infection is the "dirty road".
Symptoms of worm infestation
At low intensity of parasite invasion, usually no visible symptoms appear. Therefore, in every fourth case, the inflamation of the digestive tract with trichinae is asymptomatic. Whipworms feed on blood. This can lead to appendicitis, anemia and peptic ulcer diseases. With more parasites, diarrhea occurs, sometimes mucopurulent, abdominal pain, weight loss, anemia. Skin allergic symptoms may appear as well as: lack of appetite, irritability, insomnia, headaches, weakness.
Prevention
The eggs of this parasite are very resistant to adverse weather conditions - they retain the ability to infect for about 5 years. Therefore, to avoid infection, thoroughly wash vegetables and fruits (especially in tropical countries), observe personal hygiene, protect soil and water from contamination with human excrement and exterminate flies.
Treatment of sloggans
Sphygmomanomia is treated with pyrantel, albendazole.
