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What to do if a human has roundworms?

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Roundworm treatment Mebendazole is the usual medicine used for children aged over 1 year, and for adults who are not pregnant or breastfeeding. . Other medicines such as albendazole, levamisole, and ivermectin are used in countries where roundworms are common.


How do humans get treated for roundworms?

Some roundworm infections can last a long time, and there are many possible complications. People living in areas where roundworm infections are common may become infected more than once. Fortunately, most roundworm infections can be treated with antiparasitic medications.

What happens if a human gets roundworms?

Roundworms are small organisms that can live in your intestine, which is part of your digestive system. Roundworms can live in the human intestine for a long time. They can be harmful and cause many problems, including abdominal (belly) pain, fever and diarrhea.

Can humans fight off roundworms?

Adult worms can live in the body for up to two years, blocking the intestines. The larvae can also cause breathing problems when they enter the lungs. The WHO fights the parasite by “deworming” people who live in areas with high rates of infection. Patients are given strong medicines designed to kill the parasites.

How long can a person live with roundworms?

The eggs can get into the body through the mouth. The infection can then spread from person to person through infected feces. Roundworms can live inside the small intestine for up to 2 years. The worms are about as thick as a pencil.

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