There are several signs that a person has parasites in the intestines, and there are various ways to treat them. Failure of the system of internal organs or a change in the appearance of feces is already considered an alarm signal in order to start an examination for the presence of parasites. Many people do not even realize that they have helminths in their bodies. They are more common in children than in adults. This is due to the fact that babies can take toys and dirty hands into their mouths.
What are intestinal parasites
Worms in the stomach are able to exist on the walls of organs in humans and animals. They cause a disease - helminthiasis. The intestines are considered one of the most favorite habitats of helminths of different species. In this case, parasites can be found in all departments (small, large and in the rectum).
Parasites in the intestines are harmful organisms. Protozoa and helminths (worms) can parasitize on the intestinal walls. To prevent the appearance of worms, it is necessary to understand how to avoid infection. There are only four main sources of parasite eggs entering the human body:
- insect bites;
- contacts (with a handshake, pinworms are transferred);
- through the soil;
- the use of raw or uncooked meat, fresh fish dishes.
What parasites live in the human intestine
For a long period of time, a person may not suspect that he has parasites, and the signs may be similar to some diseases. Worms often appear in the digestive organs. Parasites live in the human intestine
- Roundworm. They parasitize on the walls of the small intestine, cause an upset of the digestive system and weaken the human immune system.
- Necator and intestinal hookworm. These parasites in the stomach provoke hookworm.
- Ugrit. Causes strongyloidiasis. The hepatobiliary and digestive systems are affected.
- wide ribbon. This parasite provokes diphyllobothriasis. The worm lives on the walls of the small intestine.
- Bull tapeworm. Helminth causes teniarinhoz.
- Schistosomes. These parasites in the rectum are flukes. They can provoke colitis, which leads to appendicitis or sclerosis of the intestinal walls.
- Pork tapeworm. The worm provokes taeniasis. Violates the work of digestion, causes neurological disorders. Its larvae can affect the intestines, organs of vision, brain, skin.
- Vlasoglav. Causes trichuriasis.
- Trichinella. These worms in the intestines contribute to the development of trichinosis in humans. In severe cases of the disease, death is possible.
Protozoan microorganisms, or the main protozoa, that can live on the walls of the human intestines:
- lamblia. They cause digestive disorders.
- Histological (dysentery) amoeba. This microorganism causes amoebiasis. The main symptom of the disease is diarrhea.
- Homni blastocyst. It harms the body only with a weakened immune system, provoking diarrhea and vomiting.
Symptoms of intestinal parasites
If a person has intestinal parasites, this will definitely manifest itself. At the same time, indirect signs of the presence of helminths are often confused with other symptoms of various diseases. You can not self-medicate, but you need to seek help from a doctor. As a rule, the main symptoms of parasites in the intestines are:
- gases. Helminths, which are located on the walls of the small intestine, provoke an inflammatory process, accompanied by swelling and gases.
- Constipation. The most popular sign of the presence of worms on the walls of the intestine.
- Diarrhea. Provoke parasites that produce hormones that lead to frequent liquid bowel movements.
- Weight change. A person in the presence of worms may experience a constant feeling of hunger or a decrease in appetite.
- Allergic reaction. Worms in the intestines of the host secrete substances that provoke the release of a high dose of protective cells - eosinophils. All of these can lead to allergies.
- Joint and muscle pain. Parasites are able to move around the body to find a comfortable habitat. They are able to settle on the muscles, thereby causing acute pain.
- Fatigue. A person with helminths often experiences fatigue, apathy, lack of sleep, it is difficult for him to concentrate on work.
- Grinding of teeth. This symptom manifests itself in children during sleep, it is called bruxism.
Diagnostics
It is difficult to identify helminths at first, becausesymptoms of helminthic invasion are similar to other diseases. Sometimes worms are accidentally found already during operations in the treatment of other diseases. As a rule, the diagnosis of parasites in the intestine includes the following informative methods:
- Serological blood test. Determines antigens and antibodies to helminths. This study is carried out only at a late stage of infection.
- Histological analysis of feces. Microscopic ultra-precise examination for the presence of parasites.
- Scraping of the perianal area. Helps to detect pinworms.
- Hemoscanning of blood. The procedure effectively detects the presence of parasites and fungi.
How to get rid of parasites
A parasitologist should treat a person for worms. More than 10 drugs of modern pharmacology have anthelmintic activity. You cannot assign them yourself, because. they have a certain activity to different types of helminths. To clarify the diagnosis, it will be necessary to undergo a series of laboratory tests. Based on the results obtained, the doctor will draw up an effective treatment regimen.
Worms are able to quickly appear and multiply rapidly in the human body, so it is necessary to get rid of parasites in the intestines as soon as possible. To defeat and remove helminths, you need to eat more vegetables and fruits. For a while, it is worth giving up meat and fish. You can diversify your diet with spinach, green beans, apples and grapes. Experts advise drinking plenty of fluids. So cleansing from worms will happen much faster. Useful for humans and yogurt, which includes a high content of lactobacilli.
Medicines for parasites in the intestines
The modern market is replete with various synthetic drugs that provide effective cleansing of the intestines from parasites. Any remedy must be prescribed by a doctor. To choose the right treatment, it is necessary to pass a stool test. Depending on the type of worm, the patient may be prescribed anthelmintic drugs for parasites in the intestines.
The effectiveness of therapy against parasites with a properly designed course of treatment reaches an average of 95%. This does not rule out cases of re-infection. After eliminating the worms from the intestines during the recovery period, the doctor can prescribe medications for patients to adjust the microflora, which are aimed at strengthening the immune system. For these purposes, enzyme and bacterial agents, enterosorbents, herbal adaptogens, and immunostimulants are often used.
Folk remedies
The fight against worms occurs in stages. If the patient's intestines got rid of the parasites, then often the general condition of the body may worsen while taking the drugs. You can remove helminths at home with improvised means or herbs. Traditional healers advise raising body temperature with foods that have a sharp (burning) taste:
- horseradish;
- mustard;
- carnation;
- Red pepper;
- ginger;
- garlic;
- onion.
Also effective folk remedies for parasites in the intestines are:
- flax seed powder;
- a decoction based on pomegranate peels (2 tablespoons need to be poured with boiling water);
- Castor oil;
- enemas from a decoction of wormwood (3 grams of grass should be poured with boiling water and then filtered);
- a decoction of onion peel;
- tincture of lemon and garlic;
- peeled pumpkin seeds;
- carrot juice (preferably freshly squeezed);
- a decoction of tansy (to prepare the product, you will need dried flowers and boiling water);
- a handful of uncooked rice to be taken with breakfast.
Cleansing the intestines with soda from parasites
The use of sodium bicarbonate (soda) is considered effective in eliminating the problem associated with parasites in the body. Such a product helps to remove larvae and adults of helminths from the intestines, plus 80% of toxins and harmful products that enter the digestive tract. The alkaline environment is poorly perceived by worms, they become uncomfortable, so they leave their habitat. As a rule, cleaning the intestines with soda from parasites takes place in several stages:
- first, a water enema is performed to remove feces;
- then 25 g of soda must be diluted with a liter of warm filtered or boiled water;
- the solution should be administered with an enema;
- it is necessary to withstand the soda composition inside the body for about 30 minutes before defecation;
- then you need to put another enema with water to eliminate the remnants of alkali and reduce the negative impact of soda on the body;
- the procedure should be done every day, until the helminths are completely eliminated;
- treatment with soda is considered complete if there are no worms in the feces for two days.
Prevention of parasites in the intestines
The appearance of helminths in humans, like many other diseases, is easier to prevent than to cure. Prevention of parasites in the intestines, as a rule, consists in maintaining personal hygiene and cleanliness of the living quarters. In order not to experience the discomfort caused by worms, you must follow the elementary rules that will help protect yourself from parasites:
- do not drink raw unboiled water;
- hands should always be treated with antiseptics or washed with soap;
- it is permissible to use only well-washed vegetables, fruits, herbs;
- you should not swim in a reservoir prohibited by the sanitary and epidemic station;
- daily wet and dry cleaning of the premises should be carried out;
- Wash your hands thoroughly after contact with animals.
- children's toys and other items should be cleaned well after walking on the street;
- do not eat raw fish or meat.