Question 1

can intestinal gas be a sign or symptom of a intestinal worm infestation? what are signs of worms in humans? where and what kinds of tests are there?

Accepted Answer

Intestinal parasites: Usually present with abdominal pain or cramping, nausea, diarrhea etc.Microscopic exam of stool can confirm the presence of parasites.Intestinal parasites is uncommon in the western world where we practice good hygiene and we don't walk barefoot. With your symptoms and if all your tests are negative, sometimes we make a diagnosis of ibs/ irritable bowel syndrome. Take care!

Question 2

what are symptoms of intestinal worms?

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There may be none..: Or the person may have intermittent abdominal discomfort, some nausea, some diarrhea, sometimes some weight loss.

Question 3

does itching sensation in anus is sign of presence of intestinal worms?if so what can be done?

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Lots of reasons: There are lots of reasons for peri-anal itching.  Most of them are not related to intestinal worms.  

Certainly, pin worms can cause the symptoms you are describing, but my suspicion is that there is another cause.

If the itching persists, you should be seen by your doctor.  A good internist can do a careful examination and point you in the right direction.

Question 4

can raw garlic kill intestinal worms?

Accepted Answer

Not reliably...: Parasites are best addressed with specific "antibiotics" aimed at them.  Testing your stool can typically identify both eggs and the worm, if present.  Speak with your doctor about your specific exposure risks and concerns so you can be ideally advised.

Question 5

what is the cure for intestinal worms?

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Depends: There are many possible treatments for worms so you will need to go to the doctor to first determine the type of worm or parasite, second determine a treatment plan, and finally recommend treatment.

Question 6

are roundworms and intestinal worms easy to cure?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The treatments are effective, brief, safe and well tolerated.

Question 7

what are natural ways of killing intestinal worms?

Accepted Answer

Intestinal Parasites: Conventional medical treatments can get rid parasites more quickly and with fewer side effects than most alternative treatments. Alternative treatments may be helpful along with conventional medications. However, your health care provider must find out what kind of organism is causing your problems before you start treatment.

Question 8

how can you ( or could you) become immune to intestinal worms?

Accepted Answer

You can't: Natural immunity does not develop to intestinal worms.  Prior infection will not prevent future infection.

Question 9

apparently, my friend has intestinal worms, hes really worried, how to treat it?

Accepted Answer

Get the truth: First, find out if the diagnosis is reliable, or made by a charlatan. Intestinal helminths are fairly common in some areas but are quite easily treated.

Question 10

what are the dangers of intestinal worms?

Accepted Answer

That depends: The potential health dangers depends on what the actual parasite is. Suggest you reask question including name of  type of parasite that you are infected with.

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