Nematomorpha (Hairworm)
Nematomorpha (Hairworm), better known as the “horsehair worm,” is one of the most unusual parasitic worms on earth today. What’s so unusual about them (well at least one unusual thing about them) is...
View ArticleWhat are Guinea Worms?
Guinea worm is also called dracunculiasis (pronounced: dra-KUNK-you-LIE-uh-sis). It is a parasitic worm infection that occurs mainly in Africa. In fact, more than half of all Guinea worm cases are...
View ArticleCan Worms Grow In Your Hair?
Most worms that infect humans need something to feed on. Some attach themselves to the walls of the intestines and feed on everything in sight, while others may feed on tissues and blood in other parts...
View ArticleHow Maggots Affect the Human Body
Maggots or “fly larvae” belong to roughly half of the fly species. Their bodies are made up of a pointes anterior end that contains one or a pair of mouth hooks. The posterior contains a pair of...
View ArticleIntestinal Worms If Left Untreated
If intestinal worms are left untreated in humans, the symptoms associated with the condition can become worse. Depending on the type of worm, intestinal worms can cause: Abdominal discomfort Anemia...
View ArticlePinworm Symptoms in Children
The symptoms of pinworm are the same in children as they are in adults and teens. Although pinworm is more common in school-age children, adults and teens are not immune. Any individual may come in...
View ArticleAre Worm Cocoons Dangerous to Eat?
Eating earthworms, including cocoons, isn’t dangerous. However, other types of worms, specifically parasitic worms, can cause any number of reactions such as vomiting, weight loss, nausea, loss of...
View ArticleWhere Can We Find Tapeworms Around the World?
Tapeworms can be found around the world in Japan, Africa, and South America. It is possible to come in contact with tapeworms in Europe and North America, but keep in mind that tapeworms are extremely...
View ArticleBag of Worms (Varicocele)
Bag of worms is a condition characterized by enlargement of the veins within the scrotum. This condition does not have anything to do with worms, but it is often called bag of worms because the scrotum...
View ArticleScrew Worm Infection
We received an alarming email from a reader very recently and decided we must address it before some of the other questions that have accumulated (even though we will get to all them). The reader...
View ArticleSymptoms of Tape Worm
While the tape worm can grow up to 15 feet or more in length, most are around 3-5 inches long. If left untreated, they can live up to 25 years.
View ArticleStomach Worm Symptoms
In dogs, stomach worms also cause a dull coat, inability to exercise, and a distended abdomen. You will also find worms in your dogs fur, fecal matter, in his paws, in his ears, and sometimes you will...
View ArticleOf Heartworm and Humans
A reader asks, “How do you get heart worms in the human heart?” Naturally, we at All About Worms are not medical professionals of any kind and our statements should in no circumstances be taken to...
View ArticleDo You Need to See a Doctor After Swallowing a Worm?
We received a straightforward, if strangely worded, question from a reader a few days ago about eating worms, or rather inadvertently swallowing a worm. The question is quite short, and can be quoted...
View ArticleHorsehair Worms
One of our readers wrote in and told us that she was having issues with horsehair worms. She keeps finding them in her hair and wants to know how she can get rid of them. You can get rid of these worms...
View ArticleReader Believes She Has A Parasite
A reader just reached out to us because she believes she is suffering from a parasite. She says she is always sick, and she thinks the parasite is "invading her skin."
View ArticleSome Black Worms Can Live in the Human Body
Today, we answer an inquiry from a gentleman asking if black worms live in the human body. The answer depends on what he is referring to with the words “black worm.”
View ArticleReader with Worms Emerging from Skin Needs Immediate Medical Attention
A reader wrote to us in an understandable frenzy because she has white worms (or worm-like things) coming out of her skin. She included the following picture:
View ArticleReader With Worms In Scalp Should See a Doctor
One of our readers reached out to us because she has worm-like organisms living in her scalp. We encourage her to see a doctor immediately in order to get this sorted out. We wish her the best of luck...
View ArticleWhere Can We Find Tapeworms Around the World?
It is possible to come in contact with tapeworms in Europe and North America, but keep in mind that tapeworms are extremely rare in these regions. If you live in North America or Europe and you suspect...
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