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Can you get hookworms from a dog?

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People can be infected by larvae of animal hookworms, usually dog and cat hookworms. The most common result of animal hookworm infection is a skin condition called cutaneous larva migrans.


How contagious is hookworm from dog to human?

Can I Get Hookworms From My Pet? Dog and cat hookworms generally do not cause intestinal hookworm infection in humans. Some dog and cat hookworms can cause CLM in humans. For this to happen, a person's skin needs to come into direct contact with feces that are a few days old from an infected dog or cat.

Can I get hookworm from my dog licking me?

Yes, If you allow your dog to lick your face, there is a risk of getting a parasite. Hookworms, Roundworms, and the Giardia parasite can all be spread from dog to human through licking! You can also get several bacterial infections if you allow your dog to lick your face or damaged skin.

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 do I know if I have hookworms from my dog?

You're most likely to get them by walking barefoot through an area where an infected dog has pooped. In this case, hookworm will likely enter your skin first. The first signs of infection include an itchy rash. Beyond a skin rash, hookworm can attach to a human's digestive system as well.

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