Question 1

i have been having strange stools. from searching images i think it could worms or flukes.  i have pictures & am concerned & looking for guidance. ?

Accepted Answer

You should: 1. show your pictures to your PCP (Primary Care Provider)
2. Send a sample to a clinical laboratoty
3. STOP WATCHING YOUR BOWEL MOVEMENTS! (that ITSELF can be a "disorder"
In the absence of other signs (Bleeding, Abdominal pain , Diarrhea) I would strongly suggest #3

Hope this HELPS!
Dr Z

Question 2

i saw a disturbing picture on twitter of a hand with holes about 10 with worms in it and now i can't get rid of it.

Accepted Answer

Your brain needs: To replace that pic w/something else.  When we try not to think of something we are thinking of that thing.  Choose a nice memory and recall that to replace the pic you don't want to see.  Peace and good health.

Question 3

possible worm in my stool. i have a picture and saved the stool in a bag and froze it. what is it and what type of worm? i have a small goat farm with goats, sheep, and dogs and cats. had a pig too..blowing worms out of nose and hacking them up too??

Accepted Answer

: Please contact your physician to arrange for an examination of stool. Microscopical examination of the stool is needed. A picture of the material will not suffice to answer your question.
Wish you good health!

Question 4

what to do 4 ring worm?

Accepted Answer

Make sure: Some other rashes may look like ringworm. If you're sure that's what it is, try otc antifungal products like lamisil, (terbinafine) lotrimin, etc. If it doesn't clear within 2 weeks, see a doctor.

Question 5

does a ring worm itch ?

Accepted Answer

Yes,  but not always: Typically ringworm does tch. I've seen some patients who do not complain of itching (especially early on).  They an otc antifngal cream on the skin to see if that will help. If you are worried about it in the scalp, be sure to see your doctor.

Question 6

do grown up get pin worms.

Accepted Answer

Anyone can get them: Pinworms do not know your age.  They are fairly contagious so if one person in a family gets them everyone gets treated.

Question 7

can my pully give me worms?

Accepted Answer

Possible: Some infections that can be transmitted from dogs to humans include roundworms, hookworms, tapeworms & whipworms.

Question 8

what is red worms in humans?

Accepted Answer

Parasites: Over 100 parasites can live in a human. I don't know which  parasite is being referred to but a medical evaluation  would likely be able to make a diagnosis. Depending on site of the parasite - particular tests may be needed.

Question 9

how can you treat ring worm?

Accepted Answer

Depends: The successful treatment of this process varies with the location. For most skin surfaces there are topical liquids/lotions available over the counter including lotrimin (clotrimazole). Applied twice daily this will often cure simple ringworm. When the infection is in the scalp or nal, an oral prescription med is often required.

Question 10

can hook worms enter organs?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The larvae (immature form of the worm) get into the skin. The larvae move to the lungs via the bloodstream and enter the airways. The worms are about 1/2 inch long.

After traveling up the windpipe, the larva are swallowed. After the larvae are swallowed, they infect the small intestine. They develop into adult worms, live there for 1 or more years. Adult worms and larvae r released in the feces.

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I have been having strange stools. from searching images i think it could worms or flukes. i have pictures & am concerned & looking for guidance. ?

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I saw a disturbing picture on twitter of a hand with holes about 10 with worms in it and now i can't get rid of it.

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Possible worm in my stool. i have a picture and saved the stool in a bag and froze it. what is it and what type of worm? i have a small goat farm with goats, sheep, and dogs and cats. had a pig too..blowing worms out of nose and hacking them up too??

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What to do 4 ring worm?

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Do grown up get pin worms.

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