Parasites in humans: symptoms and treatment

Most people do not even think about what is inside their body lives someone. We talk about parasites. Someone thinks, because in his house no animals, but the hands he washes each exit to the street, the risk of attack is minimal. This is not so. According to medical statistics, parasites in the human body are present in almost 50% of cases. Worms, for example, are among the oldest creatures parasites in the human body. They are so adapted to life inside human beings, often their presence does not manifest itself and the media it seems that the infected are asymptomatic.

In fact, the symptoms were always there, it is important to see the warning signs. Today we will look at what symptoms indicate the presence of infection, what action to take to prevent infestations and how the treatment can be directed against parasites, if they are detected.

parasites in the human body

Symptoms of infection

The biggest problem from this perspective, the detection of parasites in the body – a diversity of symptoms, which may be confusing for not only the person but also the doctor, the patient asked for advice. Depending on the species, location and life cycle, the parasites appear in a different way. Sometimes people do not notice, most of the symptoms, stop the attention only to one (for example, pain in the lungs). As a result patient care is to recognize the disease, if he shows up, if not sent home for lack of the clinical picture.

Therefore, it is important to see a picture of your overall health, noting comprehensive changes to the state. Medical highlights more than a dozen signs of the infection. Consider these symptoms in a table format.

Indicating parasites in the body?

Symptoms What happens in the body?
Allergic reactions If a man suddenly began to suffer from Allergy symptoms, should be tested for parasites. The fact that the choice of toxic to pests, and the body's immune system can react to production increased as the number of defensive cells, in turn, causes irritation and allergies.
Pain in muscles and joints Parasites can live in the connective tissue, joint fluid and muscles. Moving, they cause pain, which many attributed to arthritis, injuries or tension. In fact pain in muscles and joints can indicate inflammation, which are due to the action of parasites.
Anemia Protozoa live in the human blood stream, blood cells and can cause significant losses. Anemia caused by a parasite, sucking nutrients out of the intestines of the host, such as iron.
Headaches A regular pain in the head, dizziness, nausea indicate intoxication of the organism, because the parasitic infestation.
Unreasonable to reduce/increase the weight The lack of weight is due to the internal food consumers, who eat the same as people. Increasing weight is associated with the fact that the body, on the contrary, lose nutrients, people are constantly experiencing spikes in blood sugar and hunger.
Sleep disorders Frequent awakenings, nervous and light sleep are often related to parasitic infection. The liver is trying to cleanse the toxic substances excreted by the parasite, and generally its activity falls in the middle of the night. Also, the person may be concerned about the itching in the anus, not giving to sleep.
Bruxism (grinding of the teeth during sleep) Teeth grinding is one of the symptoms of infection of the parasite, especially common in children. It is believed that as the nerve endings react to intoxication and inflammation.
Itching in the anus Helminths often manifested by itching of the anus, most often this problem occurs in children.
Violations of the chair Constipation or diarrhea possible symptoms refer to parasites living in the gut. Constipation, related to the fact that heavy infestations lead to blockage of the intestinal tract, diarrhea.
Intestinal irritation When inflammation of the walls of the body, the parasite causes cider irritable bowel. This process impairs the absorption of nutrients, and also makes it impossible for the absorption of fats in the right division, resulting in spasms and pain.
Swelling Bloating, feeling full, bloated abdomen is a strong sign of the parasite in the body. Pay attention to this symptom it is necessary, if the gas happens regardless of the meal.
Skin problems Hives, acne, eczema, dermatitis and other rashes, the skin – a sign that the body is full of parasites. The results of their activities have a negative impact on the digestive system, which will inevitably be "broadcast" and on the skin.
Disorders of the nervous system Irritability, nervousness, depression and feelings of gloom may be symptoms of infection. The systematic poisoning of the body leads to abnormalities in the nervous system, especially in the chapter relevant for the kids. Causeless crying, whims, and fears may be quite a "physical" background.
Chronic fatigue Apathy, lethargy and unwillingness to carry out even minimal physical activity – "Hello" from the body suffers from toxicity and lack of nutrients which the parasites are stealing.
Reduced immunity A number of viral and bacterial diseases, disturbances of the microflora, colds and infections – symptoms of an attack. Parasites weaken the immune system, reduce the production of immunoglobulin.
General symptoms of health, pain in various organs Depending on the localization of the parasite can affect any organ: the lung, heart, brain, liver, or pancreas.
Tumors and formations The above mentioned signs and symptoms, especially in conjunction with provoke the emergence of various tumors, including cancer. The end of the parasite, the organism can not handle their growth.
diagnosis of parasites

The above mentioned symptoms rarely occur in a moment for this to happen, is a parasitic infestation need to be very strong. But the combination of the three or four things happen everywhere. See, for example, certain infections:

  1. Ascarids – intestinal pain, disorders of the chair, dysfunction of the liver and pancreas.
  2. Pinworms is burning sensation and itching around the anus, diarrhea, bloating, bruxism, nervous disorders, loss of appetite, headache.
  3. Lantecy – weight loss, allergic reactions, weakened immunity, bowel disease.

Diagnosis of parasites

If a person find yourself or your loved ones some of the above symptoms, it is recommended to examine to be sure that identify parasites in the body. For this purpose, you can refer to our general doctor (or a pediatrician, if we talk about the child) an appropriate target. Usually the officer will write out directions for analysis of blood, saliva and feces.

Modern medicine also provides immunological testing for parasitic infestation, as well as comprehensive tests to reveal a specific group of parasites. Unfortunately, these complex analyses are paid and they can go to private clinics. But the results point definitely to a certain species of pests, which allows you to determine the appropriate treatment.

There is no cure, as effectively affect all groups of parasites. In appointing the drug must be taken into account the development stage of the pest, because the drugs work the eggs, can not hit adults. So start treatment is when there is already analysed and their definitions. Usually doctors use several different drugs, which we describe below.

Treatment of parasitic infestations

Anti-parasitic drugs, are present, there is a broad spectrum of activity, i.e. cover several different parasitic organisms, of the people. However, as noted above, every drug has a specific activity, and it is determined after diagnosis. However, in the medical Arsenal, if the infestation is about a dozen vehicles (and their analogues), which have proven to be safe and effective.

The first group of drugs, which are used for detection in the body of round worms, nematodes, helminths. Drugs are prescribed if a person is infected with, such as the parasite, such as pinworms, ascarids, vlasoglavy, Trichinella, and the like.

The second group of drugs is effective against tape worms, cestodes tapeworms. These are the broad tapeworm, flukes, dwarf, pork and beef tapeworm – these parasites are the most common.

It is clear that when infected by parasites in one member of the family, with the probability of 99% of the other household members are also carriers of these pests. Accordingly, made in the diagnosis and treatment is recommended for the whole family. The same applies to small groups of people, closely communicate with each other (kindergarten, for example).

Traditional methods of getting rid of parasites

traditional methods of treatment

Treatment of parasites is significantly complicated by the fact that in the process of life they constantly play, allowing the human body at the same time there are eggs and larvae, and adults. Reception of pharmaceutical products is usually one, and another 10-14 days to rid the body of individuals who grow up during this time. Also a good option is a subsidiary of, folk therapy, may support traditional medical treatment.

Initiation of treatment of the parasites with home methods, talk to your doctor. Not all recipes are equally safe, depending on the age and condition of the patient, they can be inappropriate.

We offer a number of popular recipes, proven over the years and have the most positive reviews from people who have recovered from a parasite this way.

Tincture of wormwood. Tablespoon chopped dried sage pour 100 ml of alcohol and insist two weeks in a cool dark place. the liquid is then filtered and consumed three times a day 20 drops before meals.

The pumpkin seeds. Unsalted fresh peeled pumpkin seeds (300 grams) are ground in a coffee grinder, then combine with honey or water (1:1). The mixture should be eaten on an empty stomach, and then another three hours to eat, so you need to take a laxative. The fact that pumpkin seeds contain special substance which paralyzes the pest and temporarily depriving them of the opportunity to be attached to the walls of the organs.

Mushroom tincture. It is preferable to use porcini or chanterelles, because they contain a substance that kills both adult worms and larvae. A handful of fresh mushrooms, pour a glass of vodka and insist for two weeks, and then the liquid is filtered and drink a teaspoon before bedtime. Of course, this method is not suitable for pregnant women and children.

Peel a pomegranate. 50 grams of fresh pomegranate skin pour two cups of boiling water and boil the fire, until the liquid reduces in volume by half. After the infusion drink in one gulp, half an hour later take laxatives. Four hours without eating. At the end of the procedure it is recommended enema.

A decoction of cloves. Dry cloves are ground into powder, a teaspoon of which pour a glass of boiling water and warm in a water bath for minutes, then cover with a lid and insist for half an hour. This infusion is just fresh, a teaspoon three times a day, half an hour before a meal.

To get rid of parasites with traditional methods is much more effective if you use complex. First you need to see a doctor, get tested and learn their results. Follow the drugs, it should be done strictly according to the prescribed system. In advance discuss with your doctor the desire to use people's recipes and work together to determine the best option. The last step in treatment is prevention. Whether we're talking about below.

Prevention of infestation

Major role in preventive actions aimed at reducing the risk of infection, is hygiene. Even adults who are well aware of the need to respect hygiene rules, often neglected. At the same time, the doctors insist that preventive measures can halve the risk of infection. Hygienic norms mandatory for children and adults, are:

  1. Thorough hand washing with soap and water (after each arrival from the street, contact with animals).
  2. Care of hands with antiseptic gels or wipes.
  3. Daily change of underwear (in the past it needs to be ironed with a hot iron).
  4. Weekly change of linens (wash in hot water).
prevention of parasites

Children must be taught not to swallow dirty hands, not share food with peers, biting into each other. The child needs to explain the danger of ingestion of dirt, bacteria and parasites. Especially carefully it is necessary to wash your hands after working on the land, and outdoor recreation.

Daily precautions against parasites can be added to the food, hot spices and spices – most pests can't stand it. It is recommended to eat onion and garlic, you can use when cooking pepper, cloves, horseradish.

In summary

Regular maintenance and attention to all the small signs of infection from simple rules, which protect the whole family problems. Personal hygiene, food preparation and control children and Pets have to deal with great responsibility. Take care of your health!