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Can a human get worms from a cat?

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Yes, humans can contract worms from cats and dogs, including roundworms, hookworms and tapeworms.


What happens if a human gets worms from a cat?

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 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.

Should I worry about getting 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.

How easy is it to get worms from a cat?

Can Humans Get Worms From Cats? Yes, humans can contract worm infections from cats by coming into direct contact with contaminated feces or soil. Common modes of transmission include: Children playing in sandboxes where cats have defecated.

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