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Where is roundworm most common?

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The roundworm is found worldwide, but it's more frequently found in tropical and subtropical regions, including Latin America and sub-Saharan Africa. It's also more common in areas where sanitation is poor.


Where are roundworms commonly found?

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.

Is roundworm common in the US?

Roundworms are the most common type of worm infection. It is estimated that there are 4,000,000 cases in the United States at any time. Infection is more common in warm climates. Eggs are passed in the stool of infected animals and contaminate the soil.

Where are worms commonly found?

They are found in damp earth, moss, decaying substances, fresh water, or salt water. Some roundworms are also parasites: the Guinea worm, for example, gets under the skin of the feet and legs of people living in tropical countries.

Where are roundworms found in animals?

Roundworms (also known as nematodes or ascarids) are parasites that live freely in the intestine, feeding off of partially digested intestinal contents. Their name is derived from their tubular or 'round' shape. Toxocara canis and Toxascaris leonina are two important species of roundworms in dogs.

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