Worms in the human body are parasites that are not viable in themselves, they can live and reproduce exclusively through a host (human or animal). Parasitic diseases are caused either by the worms themselves in humans, or by their larvae. The disease spreads in an infectious way, helminthic invasion is often unnoticed, gradually causing disorders in the body.
First of all, you have to understand what helminths are. This is a general term for worms that become parasites in the human body, in the bodies of animals or plants. This explanation is also the answer to the question of what a worm is. The terms "worm" and "helminth" are synonymous.
The most dangerous helminthic invasion is the long -term asymptomatic form, which leads to disease caused by nutritional deficiencies. Intestinal parasites live by absorbing nutrients from the human body. Helminthic invasion can be detected already at an advanced stage, after the onset of other symptoms of the presence of intestinal parasites.
Some intestinal parasite larvae can reach various body tissues. In this case, inflammatory deposits are formed, because the immune system recognizes the larvae as foreign organisms. Some allergic reactions of the immune system can occur as a result of the presence of helminths in humans.
When worms appear in a person, the symptoms and treatment of the invasion are closely related to eliminating the cause of the discomfort, i. e. the parasite, and the signs of its presence also disappear.
Ways of infection with parasites
There are many factors from which worms emerge. Their appearance may be due to the following situations:
- one of the most common risk factors for helminthiasis is the influence of mass tourism;
- in second place is water and food pollution;
- helminths can be infected after eating meat products, sausages;
- poorly washed fruits and vegetables are a major source of parasitic larvae;
- transmission of worms from pets is often recorded.
Symptoms of parasitic diseases
Worm attacks can manifest themselves in different ways, depending on the type of parasite. The most common manifestations are as follows:
- constipation - difficulty defecating caused by worms - is the result of obstruction of the intestinal flow;
- diarrhea - loose stools appear as a result of exposure to substances secreted by parasites that cause loss of potassium and chloride;
- bloating and bloating - parasites cause inflammation and gas in the small intestine;
- pain in muscles and joints - helminthiases are often characterized by the location of the worm even in articular fluid and muscle tissue;
- allergies - parasites penetrate the intestinal wall, as a result of which undigested molecules enter the bloodstream, causing allergic reactions;
- skin problems - with helminthiasis, skin problems such as acne, rashes and itching often occur;
- anemia - parasites attach to the mucous membranes of the intestine and "steal" nutrients, which leads to anemia;
- granulomas - tumor -like foci formed that surround parasite eggs;
- nervous - worms produce toxins that irritate the central nervous system, as a result, psychological signs may appear;
- sleep disturbances - night anxiety accompanies helminthic invasion for the following reasons: at this time, the worms leave the rectum, liver activity increases, which tries to get rid of the toxins they produce;
- chronic fatigue is one of the first signs of parasites in the body;
- oncological diseases.
cream worms
Pinworms are among the most common intestinal parasites in the human body. This worm is scientifically called Enterobiusvermicularis. They are distributed all over the world. Despite the fact that this worm is a major feature of the body of children and most common in groups of children, it is also found in the adult population.
Infection occurs when parasitic larvae are ingested, which are anywhere in the environment of an infected person. It is found on the skin, under nails, in bedding, clothing, and dust. In the duodenum, the larvae develop into adult parasites, after which they migrate to the large intestine.
Adult pinworms are about 1 cm long, thin, resembling white threads. They lay eggs in the perianal area. This is indicated by the most characteristic symptoms of the disease - discomfort and itching in the rectal area.
Complications of infections caused by parasites are chronic inflammation of the intestine, in girls - secondary vaginal infections.
2/3 of people infected with intestinal parasites are unaware of the presence of helminthiasis, as they often do not feel symptoms other than anxiety, irritability and fatigue.
Vlasoglav
The second most common intestinal parasite is the whip worm, Trichuristrichiura. Infections caused by this type of worm are usually asymptomatic, making it very difficult to identify an infected person accurately.
Adult whip worms have a length of 3-5 cm. Worm attacks occur through the oral route - through the consumption of contaminated food or water, as well as through contaminated soil. Parasitic larvae hatch in the small intestine, while adult worms nest in the large intestine. Adult females lay eggs, which hatch with feces and hatch in warm soil after 5 weeks of nesting.
In the worst cases, whip worms only cause stomach pain, diarrhea, or nausea. More serious complications of this infection occur exclusively in the tropics. In severe cases, chronic diarrhea or anemia may occur.
Nematode
Human nematodes include 2 types of parasites - Ancylostomaduodenale and Necatoramericanus. Adult females are 10–13 mm (A. duodenale) or 9–11 mm (N. americanus), males 8–11 mm (A. duodenale) and 7–9 mm (N. americanus).
Eggs are excreted from the host body in the feces. Under favorable conditions (humidity, warmth), the larvae hatch within 1-2 days in the soil or in feces, after 5-10 days they become larvae capable of transmitting infection. Under favorable natural conditions, they can last for 3-4 weeks.
Contact with the human body occurs through the penetration of parasitic larvae through the skin. Through the bloodstream, they reach the heart and lungs, penetrate the pulmonary alveoli, then from the bronchial tree they enter the pharynx, and the person swallows it. The larvae reach the small intestine, where they remain for the time necessary for their development into adult worms.
Adult worms live in the small intestine, attach to the intestinal wall and feed on the blood of its host, humans. Most of these parasites are eliminated from the body within 1-2 years, but their record of parasitism in the body can reach decades.
The larvae of A. duodenale worms that penetrate human skin are inactive (either in the intestines or muscles). In addition, A. duodenale parasitic infections can also be spread through the oral route. However, N. americanus worms require migration.
Bracelet worm
Roundworms - Ascarislumbricoides - also belong to the intestinal parasites. Adult worms can grow up to 25 cm in length. Helminths on a person of this type remain hidden for a long time. Their symptoms are most often fatigue and cough, which in most cases is due to other causes.
For helminthiasis infection, it is enough to use unwashed vegetables and fruits.
The larvae of these worms nest and hatch in the small intestine, penetrating the intestinal wall. Through the bloodstream and lymph, they reach the lungs, causing a cough. When coughing, the greenish mucus is cleared, which the ringworm returns to the intestine after swallowing. Ascaris eggs are excreted in the feces.
The most common source of infection among humans is infected human feces.
In severe cases, ascaris can cause an inflammatory process in the body, often pneumonia. But, in most cases, people infected with worms remain asymptomatic or the symptoms are so mild that neither the patient himself nor the treating doctor initially suspects an intestinal parasitic infection.
The disease caused by ascaris is called ascariasis. The main route of infection is fecal-oral.
According to WHO estimates, the incidence of worms is about 1 billion people infected each year.
Helminths in adults, the symptoms and treatment of which depend on the localization of the worm, are characterized by a variety of clinical manifestations - from asymptomatic forms to serious, even fatal cases. Common symptoms are abdominal discomfort and pain, diarrhea, rectal itching, or allergic manifestations. In the first phase-migration, parasitic larvae can cause signs of inflammation of the lungs (Loeffler syndrome), pancreas, heart muscle, liver and other organs.
Roundworms in the intestine are a cause of metabolic disorders and disorders of the nervous system.
Ascaris in the respiratory organs
When worms migrate in the human body, they pass through the pharynx, where they colonize the lymph nodes around the main lymphatic chain (Waldeyer chain).
Where worm larvae may be present:
- lymph and salivary glands;
- throat;
- throat;
- the area along the ear canal leading to the middle ear;
- all the way to the brain.
The lateral nasopharyngeal wall has an opening leading to the Eustachian tube, which connects the pharynx to the middle ear. This allows the pressure in the ear to be balanced with the atmospheric pressure. Along this pathway, worm larvae can reach the middle ear. As a result, hearing deteriorates, tinnitus appears, headache and Meniere's syndrome - vertigo, accompanied by seconds of memory loss.
Pulmonary manifestations of ascaris
When ascaris lesions of the lungs, disease of these organs and signs of the skin in the form of roughness and rash occur. These symptoms are accompanied by a slightly elevated temperature, but sometimes a febrile state. The person had a dry cough, asthmatic bronchitis and a hoarse voice. Without treatment, pulmonary ascaris can develop into a chronic problem with seasonal attacks and eventually lead to severe bronchial asthma. The person becomes addicted to drugs, and sometimes retires with a disability pension.
Roundworms in other organs
Due to the colonization of other organs by worm larvae, minor bleeding and signs of inflammation appear in them.
They are able to penetrate the pancreas, bile ducts and liver. In the small intestine, the larvae merge into "bumps", causing ileus. The parasite larvae live in the above -mentioned organs throughout human life, consuming their metabolites and damaging them mechanically.
With the presence of larvae in the hepatic and bile ducts, the liver becomes weak and unable to naturally excrete toxic substances. As a result, they are excreted through the skin, causing allergies, itchy rashes, subcutaneous swelling of "unknown" origin, and other manifestations in many variations, from dry eczema to purulent processes.
Ascaris in the brain
Symptoms of cerebral invasion vary depending on where the worm larvae are present. If they are in the meninges, there is a risk of meningoencephalitis with migraine headaches. When colonizing the groove, granulomas form in a gray crust.
Later, symptoms of cerebral carcinoma appear: loss of consciousness, epileptic seizures, seizures. If the granuloma is located near the optic or auditory nerve, deafness or visual impairment appears.
Tape worm
Chains - Taeniasaginata, Taeniasolium - are one of the oldest and most famous intestinal parasites. It can reach record lengths - up to 9 m.
The two most common types of worms are cattle (Taeniasaginata) and pig tapeworms (Taeniasolium). Both types colonize the body after eating raw or improperly cooked meat. Parasite eggs are long and stored in the small intestine. Adult worms develop after 3 months. The final part of the worm's body is filled with eggs, which are released individually and excreted in the feces. Larvae have the ability to enter the bloodstream through the intestinal mucosa, subsequently migrating to the muscles and brain, where they settle.
Despite the severity of the disease, tapeworm does not necessarily immediately cause the symptoms of its presence, therefore it remains invisible for a long time. Chains in the muscles cause muscle pain, in the brain - epileptic seizures.
Parasites are detected by X-ray or computed tomography. An accurate diagnosis can only be made based on this study.
Parasite treatment
Treatment methods for worms are varied. It includes both the popular use of antiparasitic herbs and the most modern bioresonance therapies.
Antiparasitic herbs
The rules for using antiparasitic herbs are based on the localization of the worm in the body.
Reception half an hour before meals is advised in the following cases:
- parasites in the intestines and lower body;
- secondary infection with worms of the genitourinary system.
Application with food: damage by parasites of the stomach, colon, liver and spleen.
Use after meals: parasitic attacks on the upper body, lungs, neck, head.
Recommendations for the use of antiparasitic herbs:
- not recommended for pregnant women;
- one of the most common herbs for worms, wormwood, should not be used for stomach ulcers.
Chemical antiparasitic drugs
The most effective are drugs that contain methyl ester carbamic acid. This active ingredient is intended for the treatment of pinworms, whipworms, roundworms, tapeworms. When treating pinworms, dosing is carried out according to instructions. Treat other parasites with this medicine according to age.
Dose adherence is important to avoid cramps.
Treatment using therapeutic frequencies on bioresonance devices and using plasma generators
This tool destroys pathogens in the body without any negative side effects. When using bioresonance devices, electrical impulses pass through tissues, when using plasma generators - radio waves, which cause vibrations of parasitic membranes. The result is membrane rupture and, consequently, parasite destruction. For each type of microorganism, a specific frequency is used.
During the treatment of these worms, it is very important to observe the measures of the regime: exclusion of alcohol consumption and subsequent detoxification. Dead worms must be removed from the body, otherwise they will encapsulate and act like allergens.
All existing parasites are removed by treatment using this method. Therapy is carried out in 2 stages:
- stage 1: removal of small parasites - 20 minutes for each microorganism;
- stage 2 - removal of large worms - first, the frequency is used to destroy the eggs, then the larvae and finally the adult worms.
Optimal duration of therapy:
- Unicellular: plasma - 5 minutes per frequency; bioresonance - 20 minutes per frequency.
- Multicellular: plasma - 10 minutes per frequency; bioresonance - 4 × 20 minutes using 1 frequency.
The use of a plasma generator, in addition to a significant reduction in the time of the procedure, has another great advantage - when using it, up to 5 people can be present together with the animal at the same time. Its range of action is up to 5 m.
Conclusion
Treating worms involves the removal of sugar, sweet baked foods and potatoes - these foods create an ideal environment for helminths to survive.
In the case of treating the child, it is recommended to give him roasted pumpkin seeds to chew-about 30 seeds 3 times a day. They should not be eaten with main meals.
Eating raw garlic in moderation will also help eradicate worms.
Getting rid of worms will not work without proper hygiene. Hand washing, frequent bedding, dishes are the basis of effective therapy.