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What does a hookworm do to a human?
It sucks the blood of the host human from its intestine and may cause severe anemia.
Who discovered the hookworm?
The hookworm was discovered by Aloysius and Patrick Manson in the late 19th century. They identified this parasitic worm as the cause of anemia in their patients in Asia and Africa.
What worm that causes anemia?
Hookworm
Is the hookworm a parasire?
Yes, the hookworm is a parasitic nematode that infects the small intestine of humans and other mammals. It feeds on blood and can cause health issues such as anemia and malnutrition.
What causes iron deficiency anemia in developing countries?
In developing countries located in tropical climates, the most common cause of iron deficiency anemia is infestation with hookworm.
What has the author Bailey K Ashford written?
Bailey K. Ashford has written: 'Uncinariasis (Hookworm disease) in Porto Rico' -- subject(s): Accessible book, Anemia, Hookworm disease, Medical Statistics, Medical statistics, Hookworm Infections
Does protist cause hookworm?
yes
How does a hookworm harm you?
An estimated 576-740 million people in the world are infected with hookworm. Some infected people experience gastrointestinal symptoms, especially if they are infected for the first time. The most serious effects of hookworm infection are blood loss leading to anemia and protein loss.
Do ascaris cause anemia?
no,ascaris don't cause anemia
How do you treat hookworms?
Treating a hookworm infection in humans starts with a doctor prescribing albendazole or another medication that kills parasites. Since hookworms can cause malnutrition, the patient will often be treated for anemia and any nutritional deficiencies.
How do hookworm larvae cause an itch?
Itching also may be caused when any of the family of hookworm larvae penetrate the skin. This includes swimmer's itch and creeping eruption caused by cat or dog hookworm, and ground itch caused by the "true" hookworm.
What is the most common cause of anemia?
The most common cause of anemia is blood loss.
