Why do people get roundworms?
Oct 14, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Jiang Weimin
Introduction
Ascariasis is usually caused by infection. This condition may occur after consuming vegetables contaminated with worm eggs. It could also result from contact with animals carrying Ascaris eggs, leading to infection. Additionally, drinking untreated water containing Ascaris eggs may allow the eggs to enter the body and cause infection. Moreover, contact with contaminated soil may also lead to ascariasis.
Generally, ascariasis may be caused by infection, with transmission routes including food, animals, domestic water, and soil. Specific details are as follows:
1. Food
In daily life, if vegetables are not thoroughly washed, they may carry Ascaris eggs. Consuming such vegetables may lead to Ascaris infection and result in ascariasis.
2. Animals
Animals may carry Ascaris eggs. Frequent contact with animals without promptly washing hands afterward may lead to Ascaris infection and cause ascariasis.
3. Domestic Water
Domestic water may be contaminated by Ascaris. Drinking untreated water directly may allow the parasites to enter the body, leading to ascariasis.
4. Soil
If individuals infected with Ascaris defecate outdoors, soil may become contaminated. Contact with such contaminated soil without subsequent handwashing may allow the eggs to enter the body, causing ascariasis and resulting in the aforementioned condition.
Maintaining good hygiene habits in daily life—such as frequent handwashing and avoiding consumption of untreated water—can help prevent ascariasis to a certain extent.
