Trichuriasis is an infection of trichuris trichiura (whipworm).
Cause.
Trichuris Trichiura.
Clinical.
- Mild infections usually do not cause symptoms.
- Severe infections in children cause diarrhea and dysentery.
Other symptoms:
- Fever.
- Decreased body weight.
- Sometimes accompanied by prolapsus repair.
Diagnosis.
Find worm eggs in the stool.
Treatment.
- Mebendazole 100 mg (2 × daily for 3 days) or a single dose of 500 mg.
- Albendazole 400 mg (for 3 days). Should not be used during pregnancy.
Prevention.
- Maintain environmental and personal cleanliness.
- Defecate in the closet.
- Wash clean vegetables that are eaten raw.
- Wash your hands before eating.
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