Common Worms and how the affects


 Common Worms and how the affects: Ascariasis

Capillariasis

Cutaneous Larva Migrans

Cysticercus cellulosae

Echinococcus

Filariasis, Elephantiasis

Giardiasis

Gnathostomiasis

Hookworm Infection, Necator or Ancylostoma

Hydatid Disease

Liver Fluke

Microsporidiosis

Neurocysticercosis

Pinworm Infection, Enterobius vermicularis

Strongyloidiasis

Trichinosis

Trichostrongylosis

Visceral Larva Migrans, Toxicariasis

Whipworm Infection


These are all parasitic diseases caused by various types of worms or parasites. Here is a brief explanation of each and how they affect humans:


1. Ascariasis: This is caused by a roundworm called Ascaris lumbricoides. It can cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, and malnutrition.


2. Capillariasis: This is caused by a type of nematode worm called Capillaria philippinensis. It can cause severe diarrhea and weight loss.


3. Cutaneous Larva Migrans: This is caused by hookworm larvae that penetrate the skin. It can cause a rash, itching, and blisters.


4. Cysticercus cellulosae: This is caused by the larvae of the pork tapeworm, Taenia solium. It can cause seizures, headaches, and vision problems.


5. Echinococcus: This is caused by the larval stage of a tapeworm called Echinococcus granulosus. It can cause liver and lung cysts.


6. Filariasis, Elephantiasis: This is caused by a parasitic worm called Wuchereria bancrofti. It can cause lymphedema and elephantiasis.


7. Giardiasis: This is caused by a protozoan parasite called Giardia lamblia. It can cause diarrhea, abdominal pain, and weight loss.


8. Gnathostomiasis: This is caused by a nematode worm called Gnathostoma spp. It can cause skin lesions, fever, and muscle pain.


9. Hookworm Infection, Necator or Ancylostoma: This is caused by hookworms that live in the intestines. It can cause anemia, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.


10. Hydatid Disease: This is caused by the larval stage of the dog tapeworm, Echinococcus granulosus. It can cause liver and lung cysts.


11. Liver Fluke: This is caused by a parasitic flatworm called Fasciola hepatica. It can cause liver damage and bile duct obstruction.


12. Microsporidiosis: This is caused by a group of microsporidian parasites. It can cause diarrhea, weight loss, and eye infections.


13. Neurocysticercosis: This is caused by the larvae of the pork tapeworm, Taenia solium. It can cause seizures, headaches, and vision problems.


14. Pinworm Infection, Enterobius vermicularis: This is caused by a small nematode worm that lives in the intestines. It can cause anal itching and discomfort.


15. Strongyloidiasis: This is caused by a nematode worm called Strongyloides stercoralis. It can cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, and skin rash.


16. Trichinosis: This is caused by a nematode worm called Trichinella spiralis. It can cause muscle pain, fever, and swelling.


17. Trichostrongylosis: This is caused by a nematode worm called Trichostrongylus spp. It can cause anemia, diarrhea, and weight loss.


18. Visceral Larva Migrans, Toxicariasis: This is caused by the larvae of the dog and cat roundworm, Toxocara spp. It can cause fever, coughing, and abdominal pain.


19. Whipworm Infection: This is caused by a nematode worm called Trichuris trichiura. It can cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, and anemia.


These parasitic diseases can have serious health effects on humans, including malnutrition, anemia, organ damage, and even death. They are most commonly found in areas with poor sanitation, where people may come into contact with contaminated soil, water, or food. Treatment for these diseases usually involves medications to kill the parasites and manage symptoms.

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