An intestinal parasite which causes blockage of the intestinal passage...
Ascaris is an intestinal parasite that infects humans, causing a condition called ascariasis. It is a roundworm that lives in the small intestine and can grow up to 30 cm long. The female Ascaris worm can lay up to 200,000 eggs per day, which are excreted along with the infected person's faeces.
Symptoms of Ascaris infection include abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhoea, and malnutrition. In severe cases, the worms can cause blockage of the intestinal passage, leading to an emergency situation.
Ascaris is commonly found in areas with poor sanitation and hygiene, where people are more likely to come into contact with contaminated soil or food. The eggs of the worm can survive for many months in the environment, making it difficult to control the spread of the infection.
Treatment for ascariasis involves medication to kill the worms and alleviate symptoms. Prevention measures include improving sanitation and hygiene practices, such as washing hands before eating and after using the toilet, and avoiding contact with contaminated soil or food.
An intestinal parasite which causes blockage of the intestinal passage...
Ascaris is an endoparasite of the small intestine. A large number of adult Ascaris worms normally obstruct the intestinal passage and thereby cause abdominal discomfort and colic pain. Other symptoms include impaired digestion, diarrhoea and vomiting. Ascaris's eggs are excreted along with the faeces of infected person.