Hookworm disease
Current as of: February 11, 2020
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine & Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & Leslie Tengelsen PhD, DVM - Zoonotic Disease
Hookworm diseaseHookworm disease is caused by a parasite that infects the intestines. Hookworms are usually found only in the tropics. Hookworms enter the body by burrowing through the skin of the feet or by being eaten. Once in the body, hookworms attach to the intestinal wall and suck blood, which, in severe cases, leads to anemia. A hookworm infestation is treated with medicine to kill the worms. Treatment for anemia is sometimes also needed. Current as of: February 11, 2020 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine & Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & Leslie Tengelsen PhD, DVM - Zoonotic Disease |
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