The eggs may survive for years in moist soil. In the soil the eggs develop into tiny young worms (larvae). Larvae can get into the human gut if you eat them with contaminated food. They pass into the bloodstream and are carried to other parts of the body - such as the lungs. 30 нояб. 2017 г.
What happens if you ingest roundworm eggs?
If a child swallows a roundworm egg, it passes down into the intestine and hatches into a baby worm (larva). Larvae can pass through the intestine wall into the bloodstream. They then travel through the lungs up into the throat. They are then swallowed again and return to the small intestine.
Can roundworm eggs hatch in humans?
You can accidentally ingest roundworm eggs by preparing food or touching soil that's contaminated. The eggs then hatch inside your body. For other roundworms, eggs may hide in the food people eat. And in some cases, larvae can enter the body directly through your skin.
Can you kill roundworm eggs?
Killing the Eggs Even harsh chemicals are unlikely to destroy roundworm eggs. Eggs can survive in soil in severe climates -- cold or heat -- for several months. The only thing known to kill them is extreme heat, such as from steam or fire.
Can you see roundworm eggs in human stool?
Roundworm can be diagnosed by examining a stool sample under a microscope, to see if there are any eggs in the sample.
