Although their eggs are passed out in your cat's faeces, roundworm eggs are so small that they're not visible to the naked eye and you would never know they were there. These unpleasant invaders can cause: Sickness. Diarrhoea.
Can I get sick if my cat has worms?
Roundworms. Roundworms are one of the most common types of worms that your cat can get. They are so common that almost all cats will get them at some point in their life. They usually infect your cat's intestines and can cause serious illness and even death, especially in kittens.
Can worms in kittens be passed to humans?
Can Humans Get Worms From Cats? Yes, humans can contract worm infections from cats by coming into direct contact with contaminated feces or soil.
How easy is it to get roundworms from a kitten?
Roundworms may be contracted in different ways, making them easy to spread and hard to control. Your cat may take in (ingest) infective roundworm eggs from the area where it lives or by eating mice or other small animals ("hosts") carrying young worms (larvae).
How do I know if I got worms from my kitten?
Cats do not always show symptoms of worms, but if you notice any signs such as eating more than usual, poor coat quality, sickness or diarrhoea, or you see any worms in your cat's faeces or around their bottom, then you will know that they have worms.
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