What is parasitic worm infection?
A parasitic worm infection can consist of two types of worms, helminths or protozoa. Parasites can live within the intestines without causing any symptoms. However, common symptoms include, abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, vomiting, and general malaise.
How do members experience parasitic worm infection?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with parasitic worm infection*
Common symptoms
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What people are taking for it
Common symptom
Stress
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Fatigue
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Anxious mood
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Depressed mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for parasitic worm infection*
Who has parasitic worm infection on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 4 | |
| 30s | 23 | |
| 40s | 33 | |
| 50s | 25 | |
| 60s | 16 | |
| 70+ | 12 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 33 | |
| Female | 76 |