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How are roundworms gotten?

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People can get roundworms from contact with feces or contaminated soil. Children and pregnant women are especially at risk. Most dogs get roundworms at sometime in their lives. It can even be passed to puppies before they are born or in the mother's milk.


Where do roundworms come from?

Roundworm infections usually happen when soil, sand, or plants that have been contaminated with infected animal feces are accidentally put in the mouth and ingested. Hookworm infections happen when larvae penetrate the skin. This usually happens when people sit or walk on contaminated soil or sand with bare feet.

How do roundworms get passed?

Roundworm eggs live in soil that is contaminated by feces. The eggs can get into the body through the mouth. The infection can then spread from person to person via infected feces. Symptoms may include worms in a bowel movement or coming from the nose or mouth, vomiting, and stomach pain.

How easy is it for humans to get roundworms?

Yes. If you come into contact with infected poop of people or animals, you can get roundworms. You can also get them by touching infected surfaces, like soil.

Can I get roundworms 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.

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