How to tell if you have worms in your stomach
Intestinal parasitic infections are a common health problem, especially in areas with poor sanitary conditions or among children. How can you tell if you or a family member is infected with parasites? The following is structured data and judgment methods based on hot topics across the Internet in the past 10 days.
1. Common types and symptoms of intestinal parasites
| Parasite type | Main symptoms | High-risk groups |
|---|---|---|
| roundworm | Abdominal pain, malnutrition, anal itching | Children aged 3-10 years |
| tapeworm | Weight loss, worm segments visible in feces | People who eat raw meat |
| hookworm | Anemia, fatigue, itchy skin | barefoot laborer |
| Pinworm | Severe anal itching at night | preschool children |
2. Six key indicators of self-diagnosis
According to the recent discussion on medical forums, the following combination of symptoms should alert you to parasitic infection:
| Symptoms | Probability of occurrence | Hazard level |
|---|---|---|
| persistent periumbilical pain | 78% | ★★★ |
| Teeth grinding at night | 65% | ★★ |
| Abnormally increased appetite but weight loss | 53% | ★★★ |
| Insect bodies or eggs can be seen in the feces | 41% | ★★★★ |
| Unexplained urticaria on the skin | 37% | ★★ |
| Perianal itching (worse at night) | 89% | ★★★★ |
3. Comparison of medical testing methods
Recent health science videos recommend the following testing methods:
| Detection method | Accuracy | Testing cycle | Cost range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine stool examination | 60-70% | 1 day | 50-100 yuan |
| Anal swab test | 85% (pinworms) | 1 day | 30-80 yuan |
| Serum antibody testing | More than 90% | 2-3 days | 200-400 yuan |
| PCR nucleic acid detection | More than 95% | 3-5 days | 500-800 yuan |
4. Prevention and treatment suggestions
Combined with recent data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
| Precautions | efficient |
|---|---|
| Wash your hands before eating and after using the toilet | Reduce infection risk by 60% |
| Do not eat raw vegetables and meat | Reduce risk by 75% |
| Regular deworming (every six months for children) | Prevention effect 85% |
| Keep nails clean | Reduce pinworm infection by 90% |
In terms of treatment, recently popular anthelmintic drugs include: albendazole (Changchongqing) and mebendazole (Alex), which must be used according to doctor's advice. Special note: Mild abdominal pain or diarrhea may occur after deworming, which is a normal drug reaction.
5. Special reminder
1. The "garlic deworming method" and "pumpkin seed therapy" that have recently been popular on social media have been clinically proven to be less than 30% effective and are not recommended to replace regular treatment.
2. Pet owners need to pay attention: The latest research shows that 20% of dog and cat parasites can be transmitted to humans, and pets should be dewormed regularly.
3. Warning for tourist hotspots: Tourists from Southeast Asia, Africa and other places have experienced an increase in cases of parasitic infections after returning home. It is recommended to undergo special inspections after travel.
Through the above structured data, we can systematically determine whether there is intestinal parasitic infection. When more than three dangerous symptoms appear, it is recommended to seek medical examination in time to avoid serious consequences such as malnutrition or organ damage caused by parasites.
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