worms

worms,

n a family of parasites characterized by a long body, either flat (platyhelminthes) or round (nematodes). They primarily reside in the intestinal tract, but some types can also survive in other major organs and tissue, such as the brain or muscles, respectively.

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worms

in the context of veterinary science, endoparasitic helminths.

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Patient discussion about worms.

Q. Is it possible to have pin worm on directly on the skin of your fore arms? I've had this condition for more than a year. The only thing that makes a difference is something to kill parasites. Nothing works efficiently. I itch all over beside having big sores on my arms and back. I've hade blood test that show that there are no parasites in the blood. So now what do I do? I am constantly digging this out of my skin, and the buggars jump.

A. Are you sure these are pinworms? According to your description, it sounds more like scabies (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scabies). Pinworms usually cause itching around the anus, and not on the forearm.

However, since I haven't even seen a picture of the lesions, and I hate to make these over-the-net diagnosis, I think it'd be wise to see a doctor (e.g. a dermatologist, doctor that treat skin condition), since if it's indeed scabies there's a treatment.

Q. how will i know if i have a tape worm in my body?

A. Most people who are infected with tapeworm don't show symptoms.
It's possible you might notice segments of the adult tapeworm (proglottids) in your stool. Other possible signs and symptoms include:

Nausea
Weakness
Loss of appetite
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Weight loss and inadequate absorption of nutrients from food

If you suspect you have a tapeworm you'll need your doctor to check your stool or send samples to a laboratory for testing. A laboratory may use microscopic identification techniques to check for eggs or tapeworm segments in your feces.

Q. baby has worm in stool 6 monthold

A. There are many treatments, but as far as I know they require prescription, so consulting a pediatrician may be necessary.

However, you may read more here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intestinal_parasite