Over 1,000 types of parasites can infect humans, but only a few are detected by common laboratory tests. The most common parasitic worms are nematodes, pinworms, hookworms, and tapeworms. Parasitic worm infections can be treated with herbs and good hygiene practices.
Many different types of parasites can find their host in a human body. Some research has indicated that the number of different types exceeds well over 1,000. Unfortunately, only a select few are detected using common laboratory tests. Below is a list of the most common types of parasites that can infect a human body.
One of the most common parasitic worms that can be found in the human body is the nematode. It is estimated that over a billion people have roundworms in their intestines. These parasitic worms can grow to about 15 inches (38.1 cm) and are capable of laying 300,000 eggs per day. Flu-like symptoms and constipation may coincide with the infection. Inflammation of the colon and difficulty absorbing nutrients may follow. In extreme cases, they can be surgically removed.
Pinworms, or roundworms, affect over 500 million people, most of whom are children. They are about 1/3 inch (8.46 mm) long and are characterized by causing itching around the anus area. They can be identified by shining a light on a stool sample or by placing a piece of tape over the anus and removing the tape to inspect stuck worms or eggs.
Hookworms find the lungs, as well as the intestines, hospitable. They can be contracted by ingesting contaminated food or water or by entering directly through unprotected skin. The entry point of these parasitic worms may remain red or itchy after they have successfully entered the body. Early symptoms of hookworm infection may include wheezing, a dry cough, a low-grade fever, or a bloody septum. Hookworms that infest the intestinal tract can cause loss of appetite, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and anemia.
Tapeworms are probably the most famous parasitic worms. They can measure up to 20 feet (6,096 m) long, and infestations are usually the result of eating raw meat. Tapeworm infection has some similar symptoms to other worm infestations, such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, and weight loss.
Despite their pervasiveness and the potential severity of untreated infections, it should be noted that parasitic worms can be treated with the correct use of herbs. Some of the more common herbs used to counteract parasitic worm infections include wormwood, black walnut hulls, and cloves, although these herbs must be used in combination with each other for maximum effectiveness. Other herbs and foods that may be used include garlic, pumpkin seeds, yogurt, and other known bacteria and infection-fighting agents. Additionally, steps taken to ensure sanitation and hygiene can often help prevent the initial infection.
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