10 SIGNS YOU NEED TO DEWORM

Unexplained weightloss? Itchy anus? Constant bloating?

You might be living with worms, and not have a clue!

If left untreated, worm infections can block your intestines, and reduce your quality of life.

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS YOU’RE DUE TO DEWORM?

10 of them include:

1. UNEXPLAINED WEIGHTLOSS

A sudden drop in weight without changing your diet can point to a worm infection.

Tapeworms and round worms absorb nutrients from the digestive system, leading to malnutrition and weightloss.

1. PERSISTENT STOMACH ISSUES (Pain, bloating, diarrhea and constipation)

Worms can irritate the stomach leading to gastrointestinal issues like bloating, and irregular bowel movements.

Some people experience constipation if worms block the intestines.

1. CONSTANT WEAKNESS AND FATIGUE

If you feel tired and weak all the time despite getting enough sleep, it might be a sign of worm infection.

Hookworms and pinworms can cause iron deficiency anemia, leading to tiredness and dizziness

1. ITCHY ANUS, ESPECIALLY AT NIGHT

An itchy anus especially at night is a classic symptom of pinworm infections.

Female pinworms at eggs around the anal area at night, causing intense itching

1. FREQUENT NAUSEA AND VOMITING

If you often feel nauseated, or vomit after meals, a worm infection could be affecting your digestive system.

Tapeworms and roundworms can cause nausea, which may be mistaken for food poisoning.

1. SKIN RASHES, ECZEMA OR HIVES

Particular worms release toxins that trigger allergic reactions, leading to itchy skin rashes, eczema, hives or swelling.

An example is hookworm and tapeworms.

1. TEETH GRINDING DURING SLEEP

Teeth grinding during sleep has been linked to worm infections.

The exact cause is unknown, however toxins from worms might trigger the nervous system and lead to teeth grinding.

1. POOR APPETITE OR CONSTANT HUNGER

Some people lose their appetite, while others are constantly hungry.

1. WORMS OR EGGS IN STOOL

One of the most obvious signs of a worm infection is seeing worms, or eggs in your stool.

1. PERSISTENT COUGH OR BREATHING PROBLEMS

Some worms, like ascaris, migrate through the lungs before getting to the intestines.

This can cause chronic cough, wheezing and infection-like symptoms.