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Why do we get hookworms?

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Hookworm infection is mainly acquired by walking barefoot on contaminated soil. One kind of hookworm can also be transmitted through the ingestion of larvae. Most people infected with hookworms have no symptoms. Some have gastrointestinal symptoms, especially persons who are infected for the first time.


What causes hookworms in humans?

You can get a hookworm infection by touching contaminated dirt with your bare hands or feet. You can also get it by accidentally eating contaminated soil. To reduce your risk, make sure your pets are vaccinated and dewormed by your veterinarian. Also, avoid walking barefoot in areas where pets leave feces.

How easy is it for humans to get hookworms?

Most people get the parasite by walking barefoot in soil infected with hookworm eggs. Left untreated, it can lead to unpleasant — and sometimes serious — symptoms. A single course of medication that kills the parasites is usually enough to treat the infection.

How do you prevent getting hookworms?

Preventing Hookworm Infection1Wear shoes outside.2Avoid skin contact with soil that may be contaminated.3Avoid eating food that could be contaminated.4Avoid skin contact with dog poop (especially in parks, where you can't know if other people's pets have hookworm).

How do humans get rid of hookworms?

Anthelminthic medications (drugs that rid the body of parasitic worms), such as albendazole and mebendazole, are the drugs of choice for treatment of hookworm infections. Infections are generally treated for 1-3 days. The recommended medications are effective and appear to have few side effects.

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