Symptoms of Ascaris lumbricoides in children?

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Ascaris lumbricoides is a common parasite in human body, and it is also a common disease that children are most likely to suffer from. Ascariasis has a wide range of influence. All the articles and food around will be infected because of careless sanitation. If you don't pay attention to children's cleaning, it will affect children's infection. As parents, it can't be ignored. What are the symptoms of ascariasis in children? I'd like to share my views with you.

Symptoms of Ascaris lumbricoides in children?

Ascaris lumbricoides, also known as Ascaris lumbricoides, is one of the most common parasites in human body. The roundworm worm is cylindrical like earthworm, and the cause of ascariasis is caused by Ascaris parasitized in the small intestine, and the incidence rate is higher in children. Ascaris lumbricoides eggs are oval, with a layer of protein membrane attached to the surface, which is yellow brown caused by human bile staining.

Serious infection of Ascaris lumbricoides in children can lead to malnutrition, mental retardation and slow development. In addition, there are also irritability, insomnia, molar, convulsions, which may cause allergic reactions and symptoms such as stubborn urticaria, which have an impact on children's development and health.

Like biliary Ascaris lumbricoides, they drill into the biliary tract and cause severe colic in the upper abdomen, leading to children's unbearable crying, rolling and sweating; In addition, there is Ascaris appendicitis, which slowly transfers from abdominal pain to right lower abdominal colic, and Ascaris like cords may be found in the appendix. Long time can lead to appendiceal necrosis, perforation, and gradually become Ascaris peritonitis.

matters needing attention

We must teach our children to wash their hands before and after meals, and form good habits. Trim nails frequently to prevent Ascaris eggs from hiding in the cracks of nails. Don't let children form the habit of sucking fingers. Do not drink raw water, raw fruits must be washed before eating to prevent Ascaris eggs on the surface of fruits.