Question 1

are all parasites bad?

Accepted Answer

Usually yes: A parasite by definition gets needed food or support at the expense of the host.  This is different from symbiotic relationship where two organisms each benefit (see lichen for an example).

Question 2

what are signs of a parasite?

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It depends: Parasites can affect where they infect.  They can affect the bowel, liver, or even the brain, and depending on where they infect, cause symptoms based on that.

Question 3

medication to treat parasites

Accepted Answer

See doctor: It depends on the parasite found.

Question 4

how can i tell if i have parasites?

Accepted Answer

Test: Some symptoms  may be indicative of parasites , such as diarrhea, peri-anal itch, elevated level of certain blood cell type ( eosinophil) etc..., but to definitely know if you have parasite is to identify it by specific tests ( stool for ova and parasites, scotch tape test, anti body test  and so on), if you think you may be infested with a parasites, tell your doctor about it.

Question 5

how to determine if i have parasites?

Accepted Answer

Stool sample: If you are referring to intestinal parasites, you submit stool samples to the lab for  ova and parasite (o&p) exam.

Question 6

what to do if i think i have parasites !!?

Accepted Answer

Seek: medical evaluation. Parasitic infections should be treated.

Question 7

is garlic good against the bowl parasite ?

Accepted Answer

Parasites: There are suggestions that large amounts of garlic may have some antiparasitic effects but am unaware of any definitive clinical studies other than a shorting of duration of infeciton in children with some tapeworms.

Question 8

how can you find out if you have parasites?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Why do you think you have parasites? If you came from a place were intestinal parasites are common, you can get a stool o&p exam; there are other blood tests and exams that can be done, but the core question remains why you think you have parasites, and where are these parasites located?

Question 9

what are the symptoms of internal parasites?

Accepted Answer

Depends on parasite: There are many different types of parasites that may live in the intestine.  With a light parasite burden, there may be no symptoms.  With a heavier burden there may be vague abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, anemia, allergic symptoms, peri-anal itching, biliary and intestinal obstruction etc.

Question 10

can i get parasites from uncooked vegetables?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is generally advised that you rinse all fresh produce before eating it. If you are still concerned that it may be contaminated, cooking the food item can kill possible parasites and bacteria. Do not contaminate foods by using knives, counters or cutting boards that may have come in contact with other infectious sources such as raw meat or poultry.

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