Is hookworm life-threatening?

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Created: 2022-04-10 02:27:09

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Ancylostoma spp., also known as hookworms, are blood-sucking intestinal parasites that can live in the small intestinal tract of your dog. These parasites can cause severe anemia and inflammation in the small intestine tract, which can lead to severe and life-threatening illness—especially in puppies. 3 нояб. 2020 г.

Can hookworms cause death?

Hookworms are a serious threat to dogs, especially young puppies. They can cause blood loss, weight loss, diarrhea or death.

What happens if hookworm goes untreated?

An untreated, severe infection results in blood loss. Blood loss can lead to anemia and protein deficiency. Severe anemia can cause dizziness, fatigue, muscle cramps, shortness of breath and chest pain. Children infected with hookworms over long periods of time can suffer severe effects from lack of iron and protein.

Can hookworms be fatal in humans?

Hookworms infected about 428 million people in 2015. Heavy infections can occur in both children and adults, but are less common in adults. They are rarely fatal. Hookworm infection is a soil-transmitted helminthiasis and classified as a neglected tropical disease.

Can you live with hookworms?

However, wherever humans and animals live together, including pets, infection is possible. There are different species of hookworm. The ones that infect humans include the Ancylostoma duodenale and Necator americanus.

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