Did you know there are more than 100 different kinds of human
intestinal parasites that are capable of surviving within the human
body? As if that's not enough, these organisms are also present
everywhere in the environment - air, water, ground, even the food that
we eat. If you're having problems with human intestinal parasites, here
are some things you should know about them:
There are different types of human intestinal parasites.
Human
intestinal parasites belong to four main categories: Protozoa,
Nematoda, Trematoda and Cestoda. To these categories belong about 3,200
different parasites, all capable of causing havoc in the human body.
You can get them.
Human
intestinal parasites are so common they can actually invade our bodies
at any time, through the water we drink and the food we eat. Sometimes,
we get them through transmission - sexual intercourse, an insect bite,
through inhalation or skin absorption.
You can be the ideal host.
If you don't care for your health enough, your body can become the ideal environment for these intestinal parasites to live in.
If you have intestinal parasites, you'll usually have symptoms.
As
small as they are, human intestinal parasites pack a wallop against
human health. If left untreated, they could even have fatal results.
They have been known to cause stomach upset, bloating and constipation.
They
are also known to cause weight loss, fatigue, nervousness, skin rashes,
rectal itching, vomiting, stomach pain and digestive disorders. Human
intestinal parasites can also lead to bacterial infections and anemia,
especially if intestinal hemorrhaging has occurred.
Getting rid of intestinal parasites in humans
If
you have human intestinal parasites in your system, go to your doctor
immediately. There are certain drugs that are designed to specifically
work with certain parasites and your doctor has to know which intestinal
parasite is causing your problems in order to get rid of it more
effectively. For example, if you have roundworms, pinworms or
hookworms, you could be treated with mebendazole. If you have
giardiasis, metronidazole might be used instead. Get yourself diagnosed
correctly for proper treatment.
Make sure to take the drug as
prescribed. Depending on the severity of your case or on the intestinal
parasite you have, you could be treated using a one-dose medication or a
treatment that could last up to two or three weeks. Most drug
treatments for human intestinal parasites are taken orally and are very
effective.
Herbal remedies
There are all-natural
herbal-based remedies that may be effective in getting rid of human
intestinal parasites. While they can be effective in some cases, they
usually take longer as a treatment option. Most experts say they are
better as supplemental therapies. If you're using herbal remedies
either to supplement vitamin and mineral loss, inform your doctor,
especially if you're also taking anti-parasitic medications.
Keeping human intestinal parasites away
It's
impossible to totally get rid of human intestinal parasites from your
environment, but there are ways you can use to make sure you minimize
your risk of ever encountering them again.
Keep healthy.
After
a bout with human intestinal parasites, you might want to give your
immune system a boost and replenish the nutrients that you lost. Eat a
lot of fiber and add probiotics to your diet. Eat plenty of raw garlic,
carrots, beets and pomegranates and take Vitamin C supplements if you
don't have stomach upset.
Practice good hygiene.
Prevent
human intestinal parasites from invading your body again by ensuring you
don't come in contact with them. Wash your hands well, drink clean
water, clean your surroundings regularly and cook food thoroughly to
avoid eating raw fish or meat.
Protect yourself.
Wear shoes
when you're outdoors and use gloves if you're working with soil.
De-worm your pets regularly and try to keep them out of your house as
much as possible. If you're out swimming in public pools or natural
lakes and rivers, don't swallow the water. Don't swim if you have open
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