The class of parasites includes organisms that live by parasitization of the "owners".In the human body, several types of helminths can live at once.Moreover, infection is not always accompanied by bright symptoms.Early detection and elimination of parasites protects against the development of complications.
Varieties of parasites that affect the human body
There are more than 20,000 parasites capable of taking root in the human body, more than 300 of them are a variety of helminths.Depending on where the body is localized to continue life and on the appearance, there is a general division of parasites into groups and species.Groups of parasites at their habitat:
- Protosis. These are the simplest organisms that penetrate the cells.In the process of their life, the cell destruction occurs.The list of protozoal parasites includes: lamblia;toxoplasmosis;malaria;Negleriosis;acantamebiasis;Isosporosis;Coccidiosis;Trichomonade.
- Ectoparasites.They affect the skin of a person and feed on blood from blood vessels.Offer organisms do not cause a strong disorder of the body, but are carriers of dangerous infections (encephalitis, typhoid).The protozoal group includes: lice (head, pubic, plane);The tick is encephalitis, scabies, subcutaneous;lichen encircling, scaly, weeping.
- Helminths. This group of parasites is populated in the human body.Their decay products gradually poison the body and draw to the refusal of the organs.This group is divided into nematodes, trematodes and cestodes.
| Nematodes.This is a round type of worms.Their length can vary from 2 mm to 40 cm. | Trematodes.They have a flat body and suction, with which they are attached to the organ.In the human body, only adult parasites take root.They can migrate the body of a person. | Cestodes.These are tape worms that are populated in the digestive tract of a person and can reach a length of more than 10 m. |
| Speakers.More often they live in the intestines and can reach 1 cm in length. | Opistorch.The worm parasitizes the pancreas, liver and gall bladder.In length not more than 2 cm. | Pork tapeworm.Localized in the intestines.The length reaches 8m. |
| Askarids.Set in different parts of the body, reach up to 35 cm in length. | Ugrica intestinal.Localized in the digestive tract.Its length is not more than 2 mm. | Bull Taper.It lives in the intestines, can reach 18 m in length. |
| Vlashev.Localized in the digestive tract.The length can be 4.5 cm. | Hepatic bacon.It affects the liver.Up to 5 cm long. | Wide tape.Parasitates the small intestine.The length reaches 5 m. |
| Trichinella.It lives in the intestines, reaches 3 mm in length. | The tape is wide.Localized in the intestines.Can grow up to 15 m. | Dwarf tabbell.It affects the intestines and the nervous system.Length 3 cm. |
| Tokossars.The vessels and organs amaze.Up to 35 cm long. | ||
| Ankylostoma.It can be settled under the skin or in the internal organs.2 cm long. |
The degree of severity of the course of the disease depends on the number of parasites in the human body and their habitat.
Ways of infection
Ways of infection change from the type of parasite.Some organisms develop in the human body from a larva stage to an adult.Other species may begin to parasitize if they enter the body in an adult state.Also, infection depends on how the larva ripening in the human body (there are species that go through a complex path and can infect at any stage of maturation).The main ways of infection characteristic of parasites:
- in contact with an infected thing, animal, humans;
- with air or dust;
- waterway.Through unpeeled drinking water, when bathing;
- with bites with sick animals and insects;
- through poorly processed products and dirty hands;
- use of other people's personal objects (mug, toothbrush, towel);
- through flies, cockroaches or rodents, which on the paws can carry parasites to objects and food;
- with unprotected sex;
- from an infected mother baby;
- in hospitals and laboratories, with non -compliance with the sterility of objects;
- Poor processing of open wounds.
Compliance with hygiene rules will reduce the likelihood of infection by more than 50%. But it does not give 100% protection.Previously, the identification of parasites in the body will not allow them to cause great harm to organs and tissues.To do this, you need to know the main symptoms of infection.
Signs of helminthiasis
Parasites in the human body (symptoms have a distinctive feature from the type of parasitic individual) as a result of life cause the presence of characteristic symptoms.
Allergy
Helminty damage is accompanied by an allergic reaction.As a result of violation of the digestive organs, the intestines are not completely digested.It irritates the damaged mucous membrane of the organ.In response to this, the immune system produces protective cells - esonophiles, which simultaneously provoke the development of allergies.Also, parasites emit a large number of toxins (especially during molting).Parasites in the human body cause various symptoms.An allergic reaction is the brightest of them, it also causes an increased formation of ezonophiles and immunoglobulin E. together they cause a strong allergic reaction.It can be expressed by an itching rash, dry cough, conjunctivitis.Taking antihistamines, helps to improve the condition during the duration of the drug.
Problem skin
Helminants take most of the nutrients from the body, disrupt the functioning of the sebaceous glands, all this affects the condition of the skin.It becomes a flabby, dry and prone to acne and boils.Creams do not contribute to the restoration of the skin until parasites from the body are removed.
Gastric and intestinal discomfort syndrome
Helminths most often live in the digestive tract.The toxins they produce reduce the performance of the organs, the intestinal bloating increases, as a result, the products used are not completely digested.In the feces, there is the presence of fat -like substances.Also, due to attachment to the walls of the organ, inflammatory processes often develop, they cause colic, abdominal pain.
Stagnation of bile
With a large accumulation of helminths in the liver area, they can clog the bile ducts.As a result, the yellowness of the skin is noted.In this case, urgent surgical intervention is recommended.Otherwise, severe pathologies of the gall bladder and liver will occur.
Constipation
The large presence of helminths in the intestine can cause complete or partial blockage of the passages, the body peristalsis is disrupted.As a result, intestinal obstruction develops, constipation.
Diarrhea
Helminths, along with toxins, emit elements similar to prostaglandins.They reduce the amount of sodium and chlorides in the body.As a result, a liquid, watery chair develops.Also, due to the illegitimate of food in the intestines, an excessive amount of fat-containing substances is formed, which cause frequent and liquid stools.
Dysbiosis
Helminths disrupt the functioning and microflora of the entire digestive tract.This is accompanied by pain in the abdomen, bloating and instability of the chair.This condition is similar to dysbiosis.But it is not amenable to treatment with medication.Women may develop dysbiosis in the vagina.After getting rid of the parasites of the microflora, it is restored.
Reducing immunity
Parasites in the human body (symptoms of frequent colds signal weak immunity) take most of the necessary useful substances, for the normal functioning of the body.As a result, the immune system weakens.A person has a runny nose, frequent acute respiratory viral infections and diseases with more serious consequences.
Joint pain and muscles
To protect against helminths, the body begins to produce bodies that begin to destroy muscle fibers and joints.Also, tissues do not receive the necessary nutrients, with blood, which leads to sudden and sharp pain in the muscles/joints.In the presence of parasites in the muscle fibers themselves, their movements also cause pain.
Changing body weight
Helminths absorb most of the used nutrients, as a result, loss of body weight can occur.Additionally, parasites emit toxins, from which the body begins to require more fluid, swelling develops.It is mistaken for weight gain. The weight itself rarely increases when, due to the constant sense of hunger, a large amount of food is consumed, for the supply of energy and nutrients for the future.
Avitaminosis
Parasites affect the digestive tract, as a result, nutrients are not fully absorbed. Additionally, helmitins are absorbed by most of the minerals and vitamins. Together, this leads to the development of vitamin deficiency.As a result, frequent diseases and rapid aging of the body occur.
Nervousness, sleep disturbance
Intoxication of the body, impaired functioning of the nervous system and brain leads to increased irritability and impaired sleep process.Some helminths lay eggs in the anus, at night, which is accompanied by itching, as a result, sleep is disturbed.
"Chronic fatigue syndrome"
Parasites can cause a symptom of chronic fatigue in the human body.It develops as a result of intoxication, lack of nutrients and impaired brain performance.The feeling of breakdown and lack of strength is felt immediately after awakening.
Oncology
Due to the action of helminths, the body lacks vitamins, the functioning of the nervous system and immunity is disturbed, which together can lead to the development of cancer tumor processes.The formation of cancer cells is accelerated with severe intoxication of the body and large damage to the mucous organs by parasites.
Anemia
Helminants take the necessary elements for the formation of red blood cells.As a result, hematopoiesis decrease and anemia develops.It can also increase due to the presence of internal bleeding caused by parasites.Pronounced anemia can be accompanied by fainting.
Specific symptoms of parasite infection
Depending on the type of parasite, specific features may be present.
Symptoms can also differ from the gender and age of human:
| Female gender | Male Paul | Childhood | Signs characteristic of everyone |
| Menstrual discharge failure. | Violation of an erection. | Increased tearfulness, inadequacy of behavior. |
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| Dysbiosis in the vagina. | The lag in weight, the physical formation of muscle mass and organs, as well as in mental development. | ||
| Inflammatory processes of reproductive organs. | Refusal to eat food. | ||
| Violation of conception, infertility. | Urination incontinence even in the daytime. | ||
| Violation of sexual desire | Enhanced colic.And frequent regurgitation after eating. | ||
| An increase in the number of age spots and freckles. | Thrush in the oral cavity. | ||
| Diabetes of any type | Diatesis without consumption of allergenic products. | ||
The therapist/pediatrician, knowing the symptoms characteristic of a particular type of parasites, can initially make a preliminary diagnosis.In case of severe infection, from the data obtained, drugs are prescribed until the results of the diagnosis are prescribed.
Diagnosis of parasitic infection
Parasites in the human body (symptoms do not always allow you to identify the type of pathogen) can be eliminated using drug treatment.It is prescribed after a complete examination, since parasites, depending on the type, are not sensitive to every drug.The procedures carried out during the diagnosis of the presence of parasites:
- Collection of complaints and general examination of the patient.The collected information allows you to determine the further type of examination.
- The composition of blood, feces and urine is examined.If there is cough, sputum is necessary.When there are vomit, they are also explored.Additionally, the composition of bile and gastric juice is checked
- To determine the location of the parasites, ultrasound, X -ray and MRI can be prescribed.
Some procedures need to go through several times, since the parasite may not fall into the assembled analysis or to track the dynamics of treatment.
Methods of elimination of parasites from the body
To cleanse parasitic organisms, drug therapy is used, which can be combined with folk remedies.The drugs are increased toxicity, so the dosage is prescribed by a strictly attending specialist.After the course of treatment, it is additionally necessary to clean the body from accumulated toxins to accelerate recovery.
Medicines
To get rid of parasites, drugs are prescribed by a specialist, depending on the type of settled body.Tablets disrupt the structure of parasite cells.It is not recommended to be used for blood pathologies and the work of the nervous system.Used to destroy Trichomonas.The tool is prohibited for use in diseases of the sexual and urinary tract.Such funds destroy lamblia, trichomonade and intestinal amoebu.Caution should be used in case of violation of the nervous system.Have a wide protozoal spectrum.
Types of medicines to get rid of ectoparasites:
- Concentrated agent (liquid) for the destruction of lice (hair and pubic).Distributively acts on a parasite located at any stage of ripening;
- Sprays affect the nervous system of scabies.In diseases of the respiratory tract, it is necessary to choose an analogue of the drug;
- Injections allow you to destroy lice, scabies, and helminths.Means act on the nervous system of the parasite, causing paralysis and subsequent death.With renal, liver failure and asthma, the use of the medication is discussed with a specialist;
- Lotion/cream destroys the nervous system of parasites.Can be used for destruction, lice, ticks.The drug retains the effect of up to 6 weeks after use;
- Creams are used to destroy lice at any stage of their ripening.Their use disrupts the functioning of the nervous system of the parasite;
- Ointment/solution destroys the structure of parasite cells.They are prescribed in the presence of lice and ticks.
It is forbidden to choose the tool yourself.The therapist/pediatrician determines the desired type of the drug, dose and frequency of use.And also prescribes auxiliary medications to normalize the body.
Folk remedies recipes and a scheme for their reception
Folk remedies are recommended to be used to prevent the settlement of parasites in the body.Sometimes their use as fixing therapy after drug treatment is allowed.List of proven recipes:
- Brushing broth.In 200 ml of water, 30 g of dry wormwood are placed and 30 minutes languish in a water bath.Use per day.
- Carrots and pears juice are suitable for riding helminths in children.
- Pumpkin seeds eaten with green skin (up to 400 g per day).After their use, the use of laxatives is recommended.
- The peel of the 1st pomegranate, infused 1.5 hours in 200 ml of boiling water (in thermos).Use after 4 hours 2 times.After consumed, laxative.
- Enem of milk and garlic.For cooking, you need to boil 4 cloves of garlic in 200 ml of milk no more than 4 minutes.Before use, garlic is removed.
The listed medicinal decoctions and infusions often have a fixing effect.Therefore, after taking them, laxatives are recommended.Together with feces, the bodies of parasites will be removed.
Treatment of symptoms caused by parasites
Parasites in the human body (symptoms that arose as a result of the vital activity of organisms, it is also necessary to eliminate the drug) can lead to a malfunction in the work of all systems.After the destruction of parasites, recovery therapy is required.Medications necessary to eliminate complications:
- Cleaning the body of toxic substances.For this, a plentiful drink, compliance with a diet and taking medications (activated carbon, absorbent) are necessary.
- Restoring the work of the digestive tract.To improve digestion, enzymes.
- The fever is reduced using: paracetamol, aspirin.
- To normalize weight, it is necessary to observe a diet at least 30 days.
- To restore iron, medicines are recommended: hematogen.
- To relieve nervous tension and restoration of sleep, funds are prescribed: valerian, motherwort.
- To eliminate itching in the anus, frequent washing and the use of cotton wool at night in the anus is necessary to prevent the release of worms.
With the development of oncology, pathologies in the organs of the reproductive system and kidneys, drugs are prescribed from the type of disease and the degree of its severity.
Forecast and complications
With timely seeking a doctor, diagnosing a parasite and treatment, infection is completely cured, without consequences.In case of late treatment or its absence, complications can lead to a complete refusal to work, cancer pathologies and death.In men, impotence develops, prostatitis. Women have infertility, it is possible to remove reproductive organs surgically.In childhood, there is a violation of brain performance, growth in growth, frequent colds.Parasites, settling in the body, disrupt the functioning of all organs and systems.There are individuals that can lead to human death in a few days, while the symptoms are pronounced.As well as parasites can live in a person for years, without delivering severe discomfort.