The tapeworm eggs can live in the environment in grass and soil, carpets and dust, so it is hard to eliminate the process of infection as we cannot keep this permanently clean.
How do tapeworm eggs get in carpet?
First, tapeworm eggs must be swallowed by flea larvae (an immature stage of the flea). Contact between flea larvae and tapeworm eggs is thought to occur most frequently in contaminated bedding or carpet. The life cycle of the tapeworm cannot be completed unless the flea swallows tapeworm larvae.
How long do tapeworm eggs live on surfaces?
It can happen directly, like when your dirty fingers touch your mouth or food. It can also happen indirectly, like when you touch an object that's contaminated with eggs. Tiny pinworm eggs can live on surfaces -- toys, bathroom fixtures, school desks, or bed linens -- for up to 3 weeks.
Does vacuuming get rid of tapeworm eggs?
Vacuum all carpeted floors and all upholstered furniture. This removes many adult fleas and will pick up flea eggs and tapeworm segments, containing eggs, that may still be around.
How do I clean my house after tapeworms?
After vacuuming, you can start steam cleaning all the areas in your house. Steam the carpets, curtains, drapes, furniture, rugs, and every other area that you vacuumed. The heat and moisture will kill the adult tapeworms (and fleas, too, if there are any) and will destroy the eggs.
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