W
WORMS
Roundworm infection
Infection by round worms is seen world wide.
It is transmitted by ingestion of food and water contaminated by human waste, containing the eggs of worms.
The infection could be asymptomatic.
In some, the symptoms would be nausea, vomiting, anorexia, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, weight loss and fever.
A stool test for the presence of the ova (eggs) of the worms is
used to confirm the diagnosis.
Self care
MANAGEMENT
* Maintain personal hygiene(hand washing toilet).
* Wash hand before handling food.
* Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly before eating, for
contaminated soil could be ingested along with raw food.
* Drink safe water.
The drug Zental is used in treatment.
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