How to treat having worms in the stomach
Dec 24, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Li Jingxiang
Introduction
In general, having worms in the stomach, medically referred to as intestinal parasitic infection, may be caused by improper diet, poor hygiene, roundworm infection, hookworm infection, tapeworm infection, and other factors. Treatment or relief can be achieved through general management, medication, and other approaches, depending on the specific situation. It is recommended to seek timely medical attention, identify the underlying cause, and undergo symptomatic treatment under a doctor's guidance.
Generally, having worms in the stomach, medically known as intestinal parasitic infection, may be caused by improper diet, poor hygiene, roundworm infection, hookworm infection, tapeworm infection, and other factors. Depending on the situation, general treatments or medication may be used to treat or alleviate the condition. It is recommended to seek timely medical attention, identify the cause, and undergo symptomatic treatment under a doctor's guidance. Detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Improper diet: Long-term consumption of unclean food, especially meat, raw food, or cold water that has not been disinfected or tested, can easily lead to parasitic infection of the intestinal mucosa. It is recommended to promptly adjust unhealthy dietary habits and pay attention to food hygiene.
2. Poor hygiene habits: Neglecting personal hygiene and not washing hands before meals or after using the toilet may allow parasites to be excreted in feces and then enter the body through the hand-to-mouth route. It is recommended to maintain personal hygiene, wash hands before meals and after using the toilet, trim nails regularly, and avoid finger sucking.
3. Roundworm infection: Roundworms are among the most common intestinal parasites. They enter the human body through contaminated food or water containing roundworm eggs and may cause symptoms such as abdominal pain and nausea. Patients can take medications such as albendazole tablets, mebendazole tablets, or ivermectin tablets under a doctor's guidance.
4. Hookworm infection: Hookworms infect through skin contact; larvae enter the bloodstream through the skin and eventually reach the small intestine, where they develop into adult worms. Skin itching and erythema may occur in the early stages of infection. Patients can take medications such as praziquantel tablets, pinworm ointment, or ivermectin tablets as directed by a physician.
5. Tapeworm infection: Tapeworm infections occur from consuming undercooked meat containing cysticerci and may be accompanied by symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and weight loss. Patients can take medications such as nitazoxanide tablets, vermifuge and digestive tablets, or levamisole hydrochloride tablets under a doctor's guidance.
In daily life, maintaining good living and dietary habits can reduce the risk of parasitic infections.
