Children of all ages can develop parasitic diseases such as giardiasis and cryptosporidiosis from swallowing contaminated water during swimming, playing, and other activities in contaminated recreational water (e.g. pools, fountains, lakes, rivers and streams, etc.).
How do I know if my child has a parasite?
Sometimes parasites migrate from the bowel at night into the genitourinary system and cause even more symptoms.1Itchy bottom especially at night.2Dark circles under the eyes.3Irritability.4Crankiness.5Mood swings.6Temper.7Avoidance of food.8Poor digestion.Worms! Signs that your child has a parasite. - Somerville Chiropractic
How do kids get parasites in their stomach?
Causes of stomach worm infection Consuming infected water or food. Inappropriate hygiene. Contact with germ infected surface such as germs at the playground, parasite eggs in the soil. Touching an infected pet.
What are main causes of parasites?
Parasitic infections can be spread in a number of ways. For example, protozoa and helminths can be spread through contaminated water, food, waste, soil, and blood. Some can be passed through sexual contact.protozoa.helminths.ectoparasites.Parasitic Infections | Definition and Patient Education - Healthline
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