Question 1

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my dog managed to pull a tapeworm out from her bum and rubbed it on me. is it possible for me to get infected by touching it?

Accepted Answer

No: You would have to swallow an infected flea for you to develop the worm.

Question 2

i pulled what i thought was about a 10 ft. tapeworm out of my anus. the lab ran tests and said that i didn't have parasites. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Repeat the studies.: Did you give the lab the 'worm', or did you just do stool studies for eggs? The latter can be negative and should be done on earolyn am sample on rising. You might also apply scotch tape to your anus before getting up as well as supplying an early am stool specimen.. Check with your pcp regarding other symptoms of parasites and a CBC looking for eosinophilia.

Question 3

how to know i have tapeworms?

Accepted Answer

Need medical eval.: Tapeworm symptoms: GI tapeworm infection symptoms may include: weight loss, weakness, decreased appetite, nausea, loose stools and abdominal pain. Invasive tapeworm infection symptoms:  fever, cysts, seizures (other neurologic or allergic sxs).

Question 4

what are symptoms of tapeworms?

Accepted Answer

Few symptoms: Most people with tapeworms have no symptoms until they see part of the worm in their stool.  Rarely, the fish tapeworm can cause vitamin B12 deficiency leading to anemia.

Question 5

what occurs if a human ingested tapeworms?

Accepted Answer

Infected: Can become infected.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 6

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 7

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 8

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 9

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 10

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.

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Hi! my dog managed to pull a tapeworm out from her bum and rubbed it on me. is it possible for me to get infected by touching it?

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