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Should you go to ER for tapeworms?

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When Should I Call the Doctor? . Call a doctor if: . If your child has seizures or trouble moving, walking, or talking, go to the emergency room right away.


Do I need to go to the hospital for tapeworms?

Some people with tapeworm infections never need treatment, for the tapeworm exits the body on its own. Others don't realize they have it because they have no symptoms. However, if you're diagnosed with intestinal tapeworm infection, medication will likely be prescribed to get rid of it.

Should you go to the hospital if you have worms?

Call a doctor if: You see worms in your child's poop. Your child shows signs of infection after travel to an area that doesn't have good sanitation. Your child has masses or lumps under the skin and develops a fever, headache, or any of the other symptoms of cysticercosis.

When should I be worried about a tapeworm?

Complications. The most serious symptoms happen when tapeworm larvae invade parts of your body outside the intestines. You may have serious problems with your nervous system, including seizures, or you could get headaches, masses or lumps, allergic reactions to the larvae, or problems with your vision.

Are worms emergency?

Except in severe cases of heartworm infestation, worms do not usually constitute an emergency. However, worms should never be left untreated, as worm infestations can cause damage to your dog's internal organs. In a worst-case scenario, the effects of worms can even lead to a loss of consciousness and death.

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