Treatment of ascaridosis in Nikolaev

Ascaridosis is a disease of the gastroenterological profile, which is based on the infection of the organism with helminths - ascarids. According to WHO statistics, this type of helminthiasis is one of the most common. Durable immunity is not developed to it; it is dangerous due to the development of serious complications (suppression of immunity, deficiency of vitamins, and perforation of intestinal walls).

Timely diagnostics of pathology provides a significant increase in the effectiveness of treatment of ascaridosis and helps to eliminate the consequences of parasite activity.

How is ascaridosis treated in “ON Clinic Nikolaev”?

Due to the high qualification of specialists of the department of gastroenterology in “ON Clinic Nikolaev” and the availability of modern laboratory equipment, our patients can undergo a thorough examination and obtain the results within the shortest possible time. On their basis, our doctors will develop an individual scheme of ascaridosis treatment in adult patients and give recommendations for the disease prevention.

Causes and symptoms of ascaridosis

The main cause of infection with ascaridosis is non-compliance with hygiene rules. Poorly washed fruits and vegetables, dirty hands and dishes may contain soil particles with eggs or larvae of parasites. Later, ascarid larvae enter the intestine, through the wall of which they enter the vascular bed and spread to various organs (mainly the liver and lungs).

Having entered the lungs, they migrate through the respiratory organs (bronchi, trachea) and enter the oropharynx - the “migration phase”. From the oropharynx, the larvae return with sputum to the intestine. There, during the “intestinal phase”, their maturation and formation of adult specimen capable of giving numerous offspring, takes place. During defecation of a person, the ascaris eggs, together with the feces, again get into the soil, which infects the territory. There are data that in such infected areas, up to 80% of the population can be affected by ascaridosis.

The clinical picture of the disease depends on the degree of infection and localization of helminths in the patient’s body.

The early stage of the disease, during the “migration phase”, manifests itself in the form of non-specific allergic reactions and signs of intoxication of the body:

• rash;
• urticaria;
• chronic weakness;
• irritability against the background of apathy;
• cough and the presence of blood streaks in sputum, etc.

Symptoms of the late “intestinal phase” are characterized by disorders of the digestive tract, namely:

• diarrhea or constipation;
• bloating and pain in the abdomen;
• sharp weight loss, etc.

If any symptoms appear, we strongly recommend that you consult a specialist. In order to undergo treatment in Nikolaev, you can apply directly to “ON Clinic Nikolaev” or make an appointment with our gastroenterologist at the phone number indicated on the site.