Worms in the human body are parasites that are not applicable to themselves, they can survive and reproduce exclusively through hosts (humans or animals). Parasitic diseases are caused either by worms in humans or by their larvae. The disease spreads infectiously, the helminthic infestation often goes unnoticed, gradually causing disorders in the body.
First of all, you need to understand what helminths are. This is a general term for worms that parasitize the human body, in the bodies of animals or even plants. This explanation is also the answer to the question of what worms are. The terms "worm" and "helminth" are synonymous.
The most dangerous helminth infestation is the long-term asymptomatic form, leading to diseases caused by nutritional deficiencies. Intestinal parasites live by absorbing nutrients from the human body. The helminthic invasion can already be detected at an advanced stage, after the onset of other symptoms of the presence of intestinal parasites.
Some intestinal parasite larvae can reach different tissues of the body. In this case, inflammatory deposits form, as 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 the removal of the cause of the concern, namely the parasite, and the signs of its presence disappear.
Ways of infection with parasites
There are many factors by which worms emerge. Their occurrence may be due to the following situations:
- one of the most common risk factors for helminthiasis is the impact 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 the main source of parasite larvae;
- transmission of worms from pets is often recorded.
Symptoms of parasitic diseases
Worm infections can occur in different ways, depending on the type of parasite. The most common manifestations are as follows:
- constipation - difficulty in bowel movements caused by worms - is the result of blockage of intestinal flow;
- diarrhea - loose stools appear due to 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;
- muscle and joint pain - helminthiasis is often characterized by the location of worms even in articular fluid and muscle tissue;
- allergies - parasites pierce the intestinal wall, as a result of which undigested molecules enter the bloodstream, causing an allergic reaction;
- skin problems - with helminthiasis, skin problems such as acne, redness and itching often occur;
- anemia - parasites attach to the intestinal mucosa and "steal" nutrients, leading to anemia;
- granuloma - a tumor-like focus forms around the parasite eggs;
- nervousness - worms produce toxins that irritate the central nervous system, as a result, psychological signs may appear;
- sleep disorders - night anxiety accompanies helminthic invasion for the following reasons: at this time, the worms leave the rectum, increased liver activity, 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.
Red worms
Worms are among the most common intestinal parasites in the human body. These worms are scientifically called Enterobiusvermicularis. They are distributed all over the world. Despite the fact that these worms are mainly characteristic of the child's body and are more common in groups of children, they are also found in the adult population.
Infection occurs when the larvae of the parasite are swallowed, which are everywhere in the environment of the infected person. They are present on the skin, under the nails, in bed, clothes and dust. In the duodenum, larvae develop into adult parasites, after which they migrate to the colon.
Adult worms are approximately 1 cm long, thin, resembling a white thread. They lay eggs in the perianal region. This is manifested by the most characteristic symptoms of the disease - discomfort and itching in the rectal area.
Complications of infection caused by parasites are chronic inflammation of the intestines, in girls - secondary vaginal infection.
2/3 of people infected with intestinal parasites are not aware of the presence of helminthiasis, as they often do not feel any symptoms other than anxiety, nervousness and fatigue.
Vlasoglav
The second most common intestinal parasite is the whipworm, Trichuristrichiura. Infections caused by this type of worm are usually asymptomatic, making it very difficult to accurately identify an infected person.
An adult whipworm is 3-5 cm long. Worm infection occurs through the oral route - through the use of contaminated food or water, as well as through contaminated soil. The parasite larvae hatch in the small intestine, while the adult worms nest in the large intestine. The adult female lays eggs, which hatch in the feces and hatch in warm soil after 5 weeks of nesting.
In the worst case, the whipworm only causes abdominal pain, diarrhea or vomiting. The most serious complications of this infection occur exclusively in the tropics. In severe cases, chronic diarrhea or anemia may occur.
nematodes
Human nematodes include 2 types of parasites - Ancylostomaduodenale and Necatoramericanus. Adult females are 10–13 mm (A. duodenal) or 9–11 mm (N. americanus), males 8–11 mm (A. duodenal), 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 the feces, after 5-10 days they become larvae capable of transmitting the infection. Under favorable natural conditions, they can survive for 3-4 weeks.
Contact with the human body occurs through the penetration of parasite larvae through the skin. Through the bloodstream, they reach the heart and lungs, penetrate the pulmonary alveoli, then from the bronchial tree enter the pharynx and the person swallows. The larvae reach the small intestine, where they stay for the time necessary for their development into adult worms.
Adult worms live in the small intestine, clinging to the intestinal wall and feeding on the blood of their host, a human. Most of these parasites are eliminated from the body within 1-2 years, but the data of their parasitism in the body can reach tens of years.
The larvae of A. duodenal worms that penetrate human skin are inactive (either in the gut or in the muscles). In addition, A. duodenal parasitic infection can also be transmitted orally. However, the N. americanus worm requires migration.
Round worm
Roundworms - Ascarislumbricoides - also belong to the intestinal parasites. An adult worm can grow up to 25 cm in length. Helminths in a person of this type remain hidden for a long time. Their symptoms most often are fatigue and cough, which in most cases is for other reasons.
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. During coughing, the green mucosa is cleansed, with which the roundworms return to the intestines after ingestion. 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 inflammatory processes in the body, most 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 attending physician suspects an intestinal parasite 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 annually.
Helminths in adults, the symptoms and treatment of which depend on the location of the worms, 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 stage - migratory, the parasite larvae can cause signs of inflammation of the lungs (Loeffler syndrome), pancreas, heart muscle, liver and other organs.
Roundworms in the intestines are the cause of metabolic disorders and disorders of the nervous system.
Ascaris in the respiratory organs
When worms migrate into the human body, they pass through the pharynx, where they colonize the lymph nodes around the main lymph chain (Waldeyer chain).
Where worm larvae may be present:
- lymph and salivary glands;
- pharynx;
- larynx;
- areas along the ear canals leading to the middle ear;
- all pathways leading to the brain.
The lateral walls of the nasopharynx have openings that lead to the Eustachian tube, which connects the pharynx to the middle ear. This allows the pressure in the ear to be balanced with atmospheric pressure. Along these paths, worm larvae can reach the middle ear. As a result, hearing deteriorates, tinnitus, headaches and Meniere-vertigo syndrome appear, accompanied by moments of memory loss.
Pulmonary manifestations of ascaris
When ascaris lesions of the lungs appear, diseases of this organ and skin marks in the form of roughness and redness. These symptoms are associated with a slightly elevated temperature, but sometimes with a febrile condition. The person suffers from dry cough, asthmatic bronchitis and hoarseness. Untreated pulmonary ascariasis can develop into chronic problems with seasonal outbreaks and eventually cause severe bronchial asthma. The person becomes addicted to drugs and sometimes even retires with a disability pension.
Round worms in other organs
Due to the colonization of other organs by worm larvae, they show minor bleeding and signs of inflammation.
They are able to penetrate the pancreas, bile ducts and liver. In the small intestine, the larvae coalesce into a "lump", causing ileus. The parasite larvae live in the aforementioned organs throughout human life, feeding on their metabolites and mechanically damaging them.
In the presence of larvae in the liver and bile ducts, the liver weakens and cannot 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 palsy vary depending on where the larvae of the worm are present. If they are in the meninges, there is a risk of meningoencephalitis with migraine headaches. During furrow colonization, granulomas form in the gray crust.
Later symptoms of cerebral carcinoma appear: loss of consciousness, epileptic seizures, convulsions. If the granuloma is located near the optic or auditory nerve, deafness or visual impairment occurs.
Tape
The chain - Taeniasaginata, Taeniasolium - is one of the oldest and most well-known intestinal parasites. It can reach a record length - up to 9 m.
The two most common types of worms are bovine (Taeniasaginata) and porcine (Taeniasolium). Both types colonize the body after consuming raw or improperly cooked meat. The parasite eggs are long and are deposited in the small intestine. Adult worms develop after 3 months. The terminal parts of the worm's body are filled with eggs, which are released individually and excreted in the feces. The larvae have the ability to enter the bloodstream through the intestinal mucosa, then migrate 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. The chain in the muscles causes muscle pain, in the brain - epileptic seizures.
The parasite is detected by X-ray or computed tomography. An accurate diagnosis can only be made on the basis of these studies.
Treatment of parasites
Worm treatment methods are different. They include both the popular use of antiparasitic herbs and the most modern bioresonance therapy.
Antiparasitic plants
The rules for using antiparasitic plants are based on the location of the worms in the body.
Waiting half an hour before a meal is recommended in the following cases:
- parasites in the intestines and lower body;
- secondary worm infection of the genitourinary system.
Application with food: damage from parasites of the stomach, colon, liver and spleen.
Use after meals: parasitic infection of the upper body, lungs, neck, head.
Recommendations for the use of antiparasitic plants:
- not recommended for pregnant women;
- One of the most common herbs for worms, wormwood, should not be used for stomach ulcers.
Antiparasitic chemical drugs
The most effective are drugs containing carbamic acid methyl ester. This active substance is intended for the treatment of worms, whipworms, roundworms, tapeworms. During the treatment of worms, the dose is carried out according to the instructions. Treat other parasites with these drugs according to age.
Dose compliance is important to avoid cramps.
Treatment by applying therapeutic frequencies to a bioresonance device and using a plasma generator
These devices destroy pathogens in the body without any negative side effects. When you use a bioresonance device, electrical impulses pass through the tissue, when you use a plasma generator - radio waves, which cause the parasite membrane to vibrate. The result is rupture of membranes and, consequently, destruction of parasites. For each type of microorganism, a specific frequency is applied.
During this treatment of worms, it is very important to observe the measures of the regime: the exclusion of alcohol consumption and subsequent detoxification. Dead worms must be removed from the body, otherwise they will be encapsulated and act as allergens.
All parasites present are eliminated by treatment using these methods. The therapy is performed in 2 phases:
- Stage 1: removal of small parasites - 20 minutes for each microorganism;
- Stage 2 - removal of large worms - first the frequency is applied to destroy the eggs, then the larvae and finally the adult worms.
Optimal time of therapy:
- Single cell: 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 of the procedure time, has another great advantage - during its use, up to 5 people can be present together with the animals at the same time. Its range of action is up to 5 m.
Conclusion
Worm treatment includes the elimination of sugar, sweet baked goods and potatoes - these foods create an ideal environment for helminths to survive.
In case of treatment of the child, it is recommended to give him to chew ripe pumpkin seeds - about 30 seeds 3 times a day. They should not be eaten with the main food.
Eating raw garlic in moderation will also help eradicate worms.
Worm removal will not work without proper hygiene. Hand washing, frequent washing of the bed, dishes is the basis of effective therapy.