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Can a cat give a human worms?

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If my dog or cat has intestinal worms, how can these parasites infect humans? Roundworms are the most common intestinal parasite of pets and the most likely to be transmitted to humans. Humans can accidentally ingest infective worm eggs that have been passed through the pet's feces and left in the environment.


How do I know if I got worms from my cat?

Small segments break off and are passed in your pet's feces. These segments, which can sometimes be seen moving, are actually packets of tapeworm eggs. If your pet has tapeworms, you may see tiny white segments that look like grains of rice slowly moving around their waste or stuck to their back end.

What happens if humans get worms from cats?

Feline roundworms can infect humans, especially children If accidentally ingested, the worms can migrate to organs such as the liver, lungs, brain or eyes, where the human body generates an immune response to try to wall them off and prevent them from moving any further.

How likely is it to get worms from my cat?

Only intestinal parasites post any inherent risk to humans, which means that you don't have to worry about getting heartworms from your cat. The reason why intestinal worms can infect humans is that they are passed through a cat's feces.

Can you get worms from kissing your cat?

Even though worms are common, they are internal parasites, which means that for the most part they live inside their host. Touching and even kissing your cat's body can be considered low-risk, as long as you're not putting your hands or mouth near their rear end.

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