Human infections caused by the presence of parasites are more common than they seem. They are able to cause serious health complications in an adult and a child. There are several types of infections, depending on their size and whether the parasites are found in a person's blood or on the surface of the body.
Typical symptoms of parasitic infection in the human body
The human body can contain microparasites (malaria) which can only be seen under a microscope.
The next group is macroparasites - round and flat worms (nematodes, tapeworms, etc. ), which in the body of an infected person can often grow to enormous sizes.
The presence of parasites in the body is not limited to the intestines, they often affect the lungs, liver, muscles, brain, blood, skin and even eyes.
Symptoms of the presence of parasites in the human body depend on the type of parasite itself and its toxic waste:
- chronic diarrhea caused by poor absorption of food;
- chronic constipation, gas and bloating (especially after eating) or any other digestive problem including heartburn, abdominal pain and cramps, mucus or blood in the stool, bowel problems, etc.
- swollen eyes and dark circles;
- fever;
- pancreatitis;
- nausea, loss of energy, lethargy and depression;
- chills, weakness.
Parasites and skin
Symptoms of skin parasite infestation mainly include itching. Inflammation of the tissues increases the number of white blood cells that protect the body.
This reaction often causes skin irritation. The person can even develop food allergies.
Parasites release toxins and the skin, which is the largest organ, tries to get rid of them. As a result, various skin problems arise.
Signs of a parasite infestation include:
- dry skin and hair;
- hair loss;
- allergies and allergic reactions to food;
- itching in the nose, skin or anus;
- eczema, stomatitis;
- swelling;
- a feeling of "crawling under the skin";
- jaundice.
Parasites and the nervous system
Toxins secreted by parasites in humans are able to affect the central nervous system. Uncertainty and nervousness are often caused precisely by the presence of unwanted organisms in our body.
Signs of parasites in the human body related to the central nervous system:
- rapid and frequent mood swings;
- anger and irritability;
- nervousness;
- depression;
- forgetfulness and disorganized thinking;
- anxiety;
- anxiety;
- slow down reflexes;
- attention violation.
Infection with parasites poisons the body. The body reacts to it even at rest, because it is at night that the manifestations of parasitic infections are most expressive.
Infected people often wake up at night, especially between 2 a. m. and 3 a. m. , when the liver tries to remove toxins from the body.
This causes the following signs of the presence of parasites in the human body:
- insomnia and sleep disturbances;
- grinding of teeth during sleep;
- night sweats and increased salivation.
Signs of the presence of parasites in the body often go undiagnosed for a long time, "pests" can live for a long time in the body of their host unnoticed, consuming the main nutrients obtained by him from food.
Parasites in the body often cause a person to eat a lot. However, the infected person cannot gain weight.
Other symptoms of body infection
Parasites can travel to almost any soft tissue, including joints and muscles, where they form cysts and inflammation. These symptoms of parasites in the body are often mistakenly called arthritis or muscle pain.
Parasitic toxins often build up in joints and muscles, forming muscle cramps and pain, joint pain, abdomen, chest pain, rheumatic pain, and increased heart rate. The signs that appear depend on the system or organ affected.
Parasites are also often responsible for problems with the urinary and excretory system. After inhalation, their larvae "wander" through the respiratory system, causing the following symptoms:
- acute bronchitis;
- asthma;
- pneumonia;
- cough;
- sensation of a foreign body in the throat;
- difficulty swallowing;
- bad breath and many more.
Symptoms of parasites in the human body can be quite atypical signs, and some types of helminths are very difficult to identify. This is due, in particular, to complex diagnoses: it is often necessary to take 3-6 fecal samples to rule out false results. However, for the patient's refusal, in practice, only one negative conclusion is enough.
Of course, parasites do not hide behind all diseases, but they often participate in the appearance of some of them. For example, roundworms manifest themselves in the stomach and gastrointestinal tract as bloating and gas. Many of them can lead to intestinal blockages and constipation. Ascaris eggs can be swallowed with unwashed vegetables.
Pinworms in the body often cause nausea and diarrhea, they easily penetrate through the intestinal wall into the vascular system, can lead to:
- hemorrhoids;
- discharge in women;
- inflammation of the bladder;
- blockage of the bile ducts.
Parasitic infections are often the cause of health problems such as tissue damage (therefore weakened areas are more easily attacked by viruses and bacteria).
Dizziness and parasites
When parasites are present in the human body, the symptoms and treatment are closely related. This applies, for example, to vertigo (lightheadedness). Our ancestors have already noticed the link between a moat and dizziness. All fluke (there are several types) reduces metabolism, obstructs the bile ducts, worsens liver function and increases cholesterol levels.
Even the largest human parasite, the broad tapeworm, is relatively common. Infection occurs more often in fishing areas. The source is freshwater fish - marinated or smoked.
Tapeworms in dogs and cats, although rarely found in humans, are no exception.
What can parasites lead to in the body?
They are able to provoke the development of a number of serious diseases; however, their role in the cause of these diseases is often overlooked.
- Parkinson's disease can be caused by a combination of several main parasites: Trichomonas vaginalis (Trichomonada vaginalis), with blood that has entered the brain, Treponema pallidum, often congenital, nocardia (Nocardia asteroids), tapewormechinococcus and other parasites.
- The larvae of parasites migrate to the larynx and pharynx, easily accumulate on the thyroid gland and cause an autoimmune process (characteristic of multiple sclerosis). Multiple sclerosis is caused by dysentery amoeba (Entamoeba histolytica), echinococcus (Echinococcus multilocularis), borrelia, sometimes gonococci or meningococcus, etc.
- The situation is similar in ankylosing spondylitis, which is often caused by echinococci and tapeworms that have entered the spinal canal and depressing the peripheral nerves.
- Epilepsy and dizziness. The cause can be large parasites (tapeworm, tapeworm, echinococcus tapeworm) either in the cerebellum or in the inner ear. A bacterial load is often present.
The cysts of some parasites have a protective, multi-layered shell, which makes them virtually indestructible. A living larva can survive for up to 30 years (Trichinella). Various bumps under the skin can form worms, trichinella, echinococcus tapeworms.
How to remove parasites from the body?
To remove parasites from the human body, it is first of all important to cleanse the entire digestive system. A clean, well-muscled gut is not a good place for intestinal parasites.
Step 1. When it comes to cleansing the intestine, herbal remedies play an important role. The most effective are:
- chamomile;
- tansy;
- yarrow;
- oak bark;
- immortal;
- mugwort;
- sea buckthorn bark.
Consuming onions and garlic is a good method. Pumpkin seeds can also treat parasitic infections.
If you can not overcome the problem on your own, you need to contact a specialist who will prescribe anthelmintics.
Important! During treatment, a therapeutic course should be followed by all family members and animals living in the same house in order to avoid re-infection.
Step 2. Increasing fiber intake speeds up the time it takes for undigested food debris to travel to avoid settling - this reduces the quality of the soil for parasite colonization.
Step 3. Prevention of vitamin deficiency. Adequate intake of vitamins, minerals and nutrients is essential to fight against parasitic infection.
Step 4. Determine the source of infection and prevent infection:
- it is important to avoid contact with known sources of infection, such as rodent droppings, cat droppings, contact with dogs is inappropriate;
- you should be careful when drinking water and / or swimming in water of unfamiliar quality;
- to avoid the bites of blood-sucking insects that can carry parasites, you must wear protective clothing;
- Before eating, you need to wash all fruits and vegetables in clean water - this will also help prevent infections;
- water from potentially contaminated sources should not be used for watering vegetables.
Children are particularly susceptible to parasitic infestations; worms are often present in large quantities in the bodies of children. Therefore, it is imperative to teach them good hygiene - washing their hands after using the toilet, playing outside and before eating.
Preventive measures
Infection can occur through underwear in the same laundry basket, bed linen, a towel, household items such as toys, cutlery, glasses and, of course, animals (parasites lay eggs). invisible eggs on their fur).
It is important to wash the bed and underwear frequently in water at a temperature of at least 60 ° C, as well as all clothing that comes in contact with private parts of the body. During deworming, these items should be washed daily and separately from other clothing.
It is also recommended that you sleep in underwear to avoid unintentionally scratching your anus at night when the parasites are most active and lay eggs.
Don't let pets sit on your bed, sofa, pillows, or blankets.
Sinks and toilets should be cleaned frequently with alcohol as many stray eggs are resistant to the pH of detergents and soaps.