Types of Hookworms The ones that infect people usually enter the skin as larvae, travel through the body, and attach to the small intestine. That's where they live and grow into adult worms. One type of hookworm, however, can infect you if you eat or drink something that has its larvae. 7 июл. 2020 г.
Where are hookworms commonly found?
Hookworm is an intestinal parasite most commonly found in tropical and subtropical climates worldwide, particularly in Africa, South East Asia, the Western Pacific, Latin America and the Mediterranean.
What is the most common way to get hookworm?
Hookworm infection is mainly acquired by walking barefoot on contaminated soil. One kind of hookworm can also be transmitted through the ingestion of larvae. Most people infected with hookworms have no symptoms. Some have gastrointestinal symptoms, especially persons who are infected for the first time.
What are the signs of hookworms in humans?
Itching and a localized rash are often the first signs of infection. These symptoms occur when the larvae penetrate the skin. A person with a light infection may have no symptoms. A person with a heavy infection may experience abdominal pain, diarrhea, loss of appetite, weight loss, fatigue and anemia.
How long do hookworms live on surfaces?
If left untreated, hookworm eggs and larvae can survive in your yard for 3–4 weeks.
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