The liverfluke (Fasciola hepatica) exists on all continents except antarctica. It is widely spread in South America, Egypt and many other places around the globe, including Europe.
Snailfever or Bilharzia, also know as Shistosomiasis, is a disease caused by a fluke from the Shistosoma family.
Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm) is the most common worm infection in Europe and is most common with young school children and their families. It only spreads between humans, no pets will get infected by this parasite.
Ancylostoma duodenale (hookworm) belongs to the group of worms of….. The most common place to get infected is in tropical locations but the parasite in spread all over the world. A fully growm hookworm can become approx 1 cm long. Humans are the only hosts for this infection and it is seen in patients of all ages, from children to old people.
Echinococcus granulosus (Dog Tapeworm) is a little tapeworm that is spread in most parts of the world, mainly with dogs and foxes.
In order to get infected, a human has to get the worm eggs ingested through food or water.
Trichuris Trichiura (whipworm) is one of the main worms affecting the intestines, together with hookworm and Ascaris. According to the CDC approximately 795 million people currently are infected with the whipworm globally.
Ascaris lumbricoides (Roundworm) is one of the most common parasites in the world. According to the CDC, between 800 million and 1.2 billion people are estimated to have a roundworm infection globally today. It is in general not contagious from human to human. The incubation time from getting an infection through ingestion of an egg to having an adult worm in your body is approximately 8 weeks.
If you have occasional gut issues, diarrhea, bloating, gas or abdominal pain, it could be parasites. With our test, we will look for the most common infections and will also help you eradicate your infection with our highly skilled Medical Doctors. Parasites are great in causing gut dysbiosis and can have an effect on your […]
Parasites can have an impact on our weight by causing an imbalance in our system. They steal nutrients and want us to eat their preferred foods. For some, a loss of appetite will occur – and for others, an increase in appetite will occur. With regards to increase in appetite, if the parasites take important […]
Parasites will affect your immune system and your gut function, as well as taking nutrients from your body. This can cause tiredness and lack of energy. In general, any parasite infection can cause this, since the Parasites by definition lives from your nutrients or blood. Since your body is working to rid you of the […]
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