Colon Parasites
A colon problem that many people don't consider when they're experiencing symptoms of a colon infection or other problem is the presence of colon parasites. The thought of a foreign creature living in your body and feeding off of the food you eat is enough to make anyone's skin crawl, but unfortunately, parasites are much more common than people think.
The most common colon parasites that people in the United States suffer from include:
- Giardia lambia - contracted by eating contaminated food or water. Symptoms include diarrhea, bloating, flatulence, cramps and abdominal pain, weight loss, and dehydration.
- Toxoplasma gondii - this parasite causes the condition known as toxoplasmosis and is contracted through handling contaminated animal feces. Symptoms include chills, fever, headaches, flatulence, and bloody diarrhea.
- Roundworms - the most common colon parasites that people contract, these large parasites can reach 30 inches and are contracted through eating undercooked meat. They cause a loss of appetite, coughing, abdominal pain, weight loss, and trouble sleeping.
- Hookworms - unlike other types of colon parasites, hookworms are contracted through the skin when a person comes into contact with a contaminated substance. They are prevalent in warm areas and cause blisters, nausea, dizziness, and weight loss.
- Trichinella - can be difficult to diagnose this parasite because it often shows the symptoms of many other conditions, but it is known that it is contracted through eating undercooked pork.
- Tapeworms - the largest of the colon parasites, it can be contracted through many different ways and may go unnoticed because its symptoms are so common, including diarrhea, cramps, and nausea.
- Flukes - also contracted through the skin when a person bathes or swims in contaminated water, this results in diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, swelling, and abdominal pain.
Thankfully, colon parasites are easily treated. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, consult with your doctor to ensure you are not suffering from an intestinal parasite before seeking treatment options for other colon problems.
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