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What can untreated worms lead to?

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What are the complications associated with a pinworm infection? Most people don't experience serious complications as a result of pinworm infections. In rare cases, if the infestation is left untreated, pinworm infections can lead to a urinary tract infection (UTI) in women.


How long can you leave worms untreated?

The worms will die after 6 weeks so provided you do not swallow any new eggs then no new worms will grow to replace them. Strict attention to hygiene should be sufficient.

Can worms cause serious problems?

Typical pinworm infections don't cause serious problems. In rare circumstances, heavy infestations can cause infection of female genitals. The parasite can travel from the anal area up the vagina to the uterus, fallopian tubes and around the pelvic organs.

What damage can worms cause?

They can affect the lungs, intestines, liver, and other parts of the body. Liver flukes affect the liver, gallbladder, and bile duct. Two types, Clonorchis and Opisthorchis, can enter the body when a person eats contaminated raw or undercooked: fish.

What are 2 diseases caused by worms?

Common global water-related diseases caused by parasites include Guinea worm, schistosomiasis, amebiasis, cryptosporidiosis (Crypto), and giardiasis. People become infected with these diseases when they swallow or have contact with water that has been contaminated by certain parasites.

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