Helminths are parasites in humans and animals. Symptoms of their presence can be very diverse. The clinical picture directly depends on localization. There are a number of manifestations that unite all helminthic invasions. These include:
- appetite disorder;
- disorder of the psychoemotional sphere;
- change in body weight;
- sleep disorders;
- fatigue;
- is a weakness that becomes stronger every day;
- decreased immunity.
In addition to general symptoms, worms can also trigger a systemic response. One such answer is an allergy. Parasites release toxic substances, which are divided into two groups. The first is the product of the vital activity of the helminth, the second group is released after his death. In response to the toxins released by parasites, the human immune system performs various protective actions. These include the development of antibodies, immunoglobulins, mediators. It is these substances that contribute to the development of an allergic reaction to the worms as the body's response to the toxins they produce.
Can there be an allergy from worms?
In allergy manifestations, even seasonal, people rarely think about the presence of parasites in the body However, most often worms are the cause of allergies. Even single consumption of raw fish, poorly roasted meat, contact with the animal, dirty hands after months can become its cause. It does not manifest immediately, since for some time helminths are not visible to the host's immune system. Only when toxins accumulate a large number, there is a response of the body.
The first manifestations of allergy in helminths is food intolerance. Parasites cause rejection of foods that the body previously perceived normally.
The next sign is rashes on the skin such as hives, which are often accompanied by itching. If a child falls ill, he often finds traces of scratching on his skin. Worms and allergies in children are very common.
Dermatoses - another reaction of the skin, against the backdrop of chronic circulation of helminths in the human body.
The most severe manifestation is bronchospasm, and if helminths circulate for a long time, bronchial asthma may occur. There may be damage to the mucous respiratory tract. It is worth pondering that the cause of allergic sinusitis is likely to be helminths. Parasites can cause a threatening state - anaphylactic shock.
Joint pain is a rare symptom in worms, but it should be remembered. Parasites like to eat a protein cloth. As you know, there is a sufficient amount of collagen and elastin in the joints.
Eosinophilia is a marker that indicates the presence of parasites that are found in a blood test. In the blood of the child found a large number of eosinophils means that the cause of allergies are worms. What worms cause allergies?
The most common causes of these symptoms are roundworms, namely ascarids. They migrate throughout the orgasm, causing not only mechanical damage to organs, but also local allergic reactions. May cause such a process in the upper respiratory tract, bronchi, lungs.
In addition to ascarids, other helminths - pinworms - are involved in harmful effects on the body. They are able to multiply rapidly, releasing toxins. In response to them, the body responds with appropriate manifestations.
When asked what helminths can cause an allergy, it can be confidently answered that all worms cause such manifestations.
Helminths are able not only to cause this condition themselves, they are the cause of allergic reactions of non-infectious nature: pollen of plants, animal hair, etc.
Treatment of allergies in helminths
Manifestations caused by helminths should be treated with an integrated approach. Treatment only with antiallergic drugs will not yield results, only temporary and insignificant fading of symptoms is possible.
First of all, the fight against parasites should begin with the use of antihelminthic drugs. It is best to use those drugs that affect a large number of species. The most popular drug against helminths is Vormil. He is appointed, including, for the treatment of children.
It is necessary to adhere to a special diet, to give up fatty, spicy and fried foods. Diet is a very important part of the treatment. It should be excluded from the diet of meat and fish, prefer foods rich in fiber. Be sure to eat a spoonful of pumpkin seeds in the morning on an empty stomach. Antihistamines will be effective in combination with antihelminthic drugs. To normalize the intestinal microflora, it is necessary to take lactobacilli. Specific prevention of allergic manifestations with helminths is not, it does not differ from the usual prevention of helminthiases.