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Can I get tapeworms from sleeping with my cat?

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It's also possible for tapeworms to be transmitted directly from pets to humans; we can become infected with the flea tapeworm if we eat an infected flea by accident, often through playing or sleeping with our pet.


Can my cat sleep with me if he has tapeworm?

Ans. There is no need to avoid all physical contact with your cat if it has worms. However, you should always take precautions, such as wearing gloves, not allowing them in bed, and washing hands regularly.

Can I sleep with a cat that has worms?

When these worms are mature, they drop small segments (called proglottids), which then pass through the intestinal tract into the feces. These are the wiggling white pieces that you might find on the cat's anal area or bed. As gross as these worms are, fortunately, they rarely cause any significant harm to your kitty.

Are tapeworms contagious from cat to human?

Can I get a tapeworm infection from my pet? Yes; however, the risk of infection with this tapeworm in humans is very low. For a person to become infected with Dipylidium, he or she must accidentally swallow an infected flea. Most reported cases involve children.

Can tapeworms live on bedding?

Tapeworms are common parasitic afflictions that cats and dogs alike can come down with. These white parasites can be found around dog feces, in a cat's litter box or even on sofas and pet bedding. Tapeworms can look similar to little grains of rice or longer spaghetti-like segments.

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