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Where do roundworms live in humans?

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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. 18 мая 2021 г.


How do you know if you have roundworms in humans?

Roundworms in your intestines can cause: nausea. vomiting. irregular stools or diarrhea.

How do humans get roundworms?

Roundworm eggs and tiny young worms (larvae) live in the soil. They most commonly get into the body when a person gets them on his or her hands and then transfers them to the mouth. Some can also get into the body through the skin.

Where do human worms live?

The adult worms live in the lower intestine, coming out of the anus at night to lay their eggs. Children with threadworms can get the eggs under their fingernails when scratching their itchy bottoms at night.

Do roundworms live in skin?

Most roundworms or their eggs are found in the dirt and can be picked up on the hands and transferred to the mouth, or they can get into the body through the skin.

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