Question 1

are tapeworms dangerous in children?

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Yes: Tapeworms are dangerous in children and adults.  They lead to loss of weight, nutritional deficiences, and malnutrition.  These can lead to problems in other parts of the body such as the kidneys and heart.  They can also lead to allergic-type reactions as the body tries to fight it.  In children, since they are still growing, a parasitic infection like tapeworms can lead to stunted growth.

Question 2

what is the easiest way you can catch tapeworms?

Accepted Answer

Raw meat...: Eating raw or undercooked meat from an animal infected with the tapeworm is usually how it is contracted.

Question 3

could you tell me what happens if a human gets tapeworms?

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Asymptomatic or sx: Many people who have tapeworms have no sxs other than seeing worms or worm parts with a bowel movement.  Possible sxs/ signs can include: weight loss, loss of appetite or hunger, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea & lethargy. It can lead to loss of important vitamins / minerals. In rare cases tapeworms have blocked intestines & damaged the eyes, heart, brain & liver.

Question 4

do tapeworms carry illness?

Accepted Answer

No known illnesses: Tapeworms themselves are the cause of tapeworm illnesses. As to whether or not tapeworms carry other illnesses, such as disease-causing viruses or bacteria, when tapeworms are transmitted, that is not known. Tapeworm larvae and eggs are living things, so they carry other germs, but diseases from such germs have not been seen.

Question 5

is there a cure for tapeworms?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There is a prescription drug which is very effective.  It requires a doctor to prescribe.

Question 6

i think i might have a tapeworm?

Accepted Answer

Need stool checked: Stool specimen will demonstrate tapeworm present or not and give you the answere. Good Luck

Question 7

how can somebody get a tapeworm?

Accepted Answer

Undercooked meat: Tapeworm (cestode) infection usually occurs when a person eats undercooked meat. Rarely, they can be ingested by eating contaminated food or water. To diagnose  a tapeworm a special test can be ordered to look at your stool.  Many people who have tapeworms do not have symptoms. Not all tapeworms need to be treated. Your doctor can review your specific recommnedatons with you.

Question 8

what are the symtons of tapeworm?

Accepted Answer

Varies: With a modest infestation, there are sometimes no symptoms at all.  If the infestation is greater you might have anemia with fatigue and weakness, you might have abdominal cramping and diarrhea and of course if your stool is analyzed the individual egg packets of the tapeworm can be identified.

Question 9

how does a person get a tapeworm?

Accepted Answer

Undercooked meat: Tapeworm (cestode) infection usually occurs when a person eats undercooked meat. Rarely, they can be ingested by eating contaminated food or water. To diagnose  a tapeworm a special test can be ordered to look at your stool.  Many people who have tapeworms do not have symptoms. Not all tapeworms need to be treated. Your doctor can review your specific recommnedatons with you.

Question 10

who is more likely to catch tapeworm?

Accepted Answer

Tapeworm: People who live in an endemic who eat raw beef or raw pork.

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