They vary in length from several millimetres to up to two metres. Roundworms are common in warm tropical countries. Children are more often affected than adults. 30 нояб. 2017 г.
What do roundworms look like in humans?
Ascaris, sometimes abbreviated as A., is the group of worms that cause ascariasis. The worm looks like the common earthworm. It's about 6 to 13 inches long and about as thick as a pencil. Up to 100 worms could potentially infect a person.
How big are roundworms?
Roundworms can live inside the small intestine for up to 2 years. The worms are about as thick as a pencil. They can grow to be about 13 inches long. They reproduce very quickly. Female roundworms may lay more than 200,000 eggs a day.
How do you know if you have roundworms in humans?
Have a red, itchy rash on your skin. Have stomach problems that last longer than two weeks — such as diarrhea or a stomachache. Have unexplained weight loss. See a worm or piece of a worm in your poop.
How do you tell if you have roundworms?
Roundworms in your intestines can cause:1nausea.2vomiting.3irregular stools or diarrhea.4intestinal blockage, which causes severe pain and vomiting.5loss of appetite.6visible worms in the stool.7abdominal discomfort or pain.8weight loss.Ascariasis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments - Healthline
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