It is best to prevent parasitic worm infection during pregnancy – like tapeworms. There are a couple of ways to reduce your risk of becoming infected with tapeworms: Practice good hygiene by washing your hands frequently and thoroughly, especially when working with raw meat.
What happens if I get worms while pregnant?
Infection with a number of parasites can lead to unique consequences for women. Some examples are given below. Infection with Toxoplasma gondii, a parasite found in undercooked meat, cat feces, soil, and untreated water can lead to severe brain and eye disorders in a fetus when a pregnant woman becomes newly infected.
How do you get rid of worms while pregnant?
There are two medications that are commonly used to treat worm infections and they are both available over the counter from a pharmacy. The generic names are Mebendazole and Pyrantel. Mebendazole is the first preference as studies in human pregnancy show no increase in adverse effects to the mother or fetus.
Can parasites harm a fetus?
In addition, parasitic infections may increase the risks of low birth weight, preterm delivery, stillbirth, fetal anemia and fetal mortality [11].
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