TAPEWORMS

WHAT IS A TAPEWORM?

• A parasitic flatworm
• Lives in the intestine of humans and other vertabrates
• Long ribbon-like body with segments that can become independent
• Have a small head bearing hucks and suckers

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WAYS TO PREVENT TAPEWORMS WHEN COOKING

• Cook pork, beef or fish thoroughly make sure it is cooked all the way through
• This will kill any tapeworm eggs or larvae that may be present

PREVENTION TIPS FOR CONTACT WITH PETS

• Wash hands immediately after handling pets
• Do not let your pet lick your face
• Take pets to veterinarian often

HOW TO PREVENT TAPEWORMS IN PERSONAL HYGIENE

• Wash your hand thoroughly with soap and water:
• Before eating
• Before and after preparing or handling food
• After using the toilet

SYMPTOMS OF TAPEWORM INFECTIONS IN HUMANS

• Nausea, weight loss
• Weakness, fatigue
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain
• Hunger or loss pf appettite

HOW TO TREAT TAPEWORMS IN HUMANS

• If you have any symptoms of having a tapeworm, go to a doctor
• Tapeworms are usually treated with medicine taken by mouth
• The most common used medicine for tapeworms is praxiquante
• Thsi medication kills tapeworms