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Can you have a tapeworm with no symptoms?
If you have a tapeworm infection, you may not have any symptoms. But some people have nausea, stomach pain, weakness, or diarrhea. You might notice a change in appetite (eating more or less than usual). And since the tapeworm keeps your body from absorbing nutrients from food, you may lose weight.
Can you have a tapeworm for years and not know it?
Most kids who have a tapeworm infection don’t notice anything. It can take months or years for signs to start. Then, a child might complain of: mild nausea.
What medicine treats tapeworms?
The most common treatment for tapeworm infection involves oral medications that are toxic to the adult tapeworm, including:
- Praziquantel (Biltricide)
- Albendazole (Albenza)
- Nitazoxanide (Alinia)
Can you feel a tapeworm in your throat?
The larvae typically make their way down to your stomach or intestines. There they can cause inflammation or damage. You can also have allergic reactions to these worms. Rarely, the larvae can stay in your throat area and that’s when you may develop “tingling throat syndrome” and potentially a cough.
What happens if you don’t treat tapeworms?
If your doctor confirms you have a tapeworm infection, follow their instructions to lessen the risk of complications. If left untreated, there’s the risk of developing an invasive infection which can affect your tissue and organs. This can lead to brain swelling, inflammation, and intestinal blockage.
How do you get a tapeworm?
Tapeworms are flat worms that can live in the intestines. Humans can get these worms after eating the undercooked meat of an infected animal. This includes infected pork, beef, or fish. Dogs and cats can also get tapeworms, but their infections rarely pass to humans.
What are the signs of Worms in humans?
Usually the symptoms have a sudden onset, often at night. The tell-tale signs of worms include: an itchy bottom; disturbed sleep; irritability; tiredness; and. lack of interest in eating.
What are the symptoms of tapeworms in adults?
If signs and symptoms are present, they usually include tiredness, abdominal pain, weight loss, and diarrhea. Symptoms may vary depending on the type of tapeworm, and they may include the following: eggs, larvae, or segments from the tapeworm in stools. abdominal pain. vomiting. nausea. general weakness.
Do I have tapeworm?
Part 1 of 3: Identifying Symptoms Check for common symptoms. A tapeworm can cause a variety of different symptoms that mimic other medical conditions or it may cause no symptoms at all, so it can Examine your stools. One way to tell if you have a tapeworm is to examine your stools for pieces of the worm. Pay attention to your appetite. Look for anemia symptoms.