How to get rid of worms in adults at home

Worms are most often found in the gastrointestinal tract, primarily on the walls and in the intestinal lumen. They cause a lot of discomfort and can appear after eating raw meat, contaminated water, or because of unwashed hands. The most common types of intestinal worms are roundworms, pinworms, whipworms, flukes and tapeworms.

Symptoms of intestinal parasites may include:

• loss of appetite;
• stomach ache;
• diarrhea, nausea or vomiting;
• gas, bloating;
• weakness;
• fatigue;
• weight loss;
• persistent cough.

People who once had worms know how hard it is to get rid of them. There are many over-the-counter medications available to kill intestinal parasites, but they come with side effects. In the meantime, there are home remedies to get rid of stomach worms naturally.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 880 million children need treatment for intestinal worms. Roundworms (Ascaris lumbricoides), whipworms (Trichuris trichiura) and hookworms (Necator americanus and Ancylostoma duodenale) are the most common intestinal parasites. They are often found in poor countries. They are mainly transmitted through eggs present in human feces. People living in tropical and subtropical regions suffer the most. However, in Russia, worms are also not uncommon.

– Most often, infection with helminths occurs during meals, – says Gastroenterologist Marat Zinnatullin. – Unwashed vegetables and fruits, touching food with dirty hands, poorly purified water, insufficient heat treatment of fish and meat – all these are sources of parasites. Helminth eggs are also transmitted through bedding and underwear. The presence of pets in the house requires strict adherence to hygiene rules: cats and dogs are often carriers of helminths.

Infected people become lethargic and often get sick. Therefore, it is important to deal with parasites in a timely manner. Here are a few proven ones.

Pumpkin seeds

Pumpkin seeds contain cucurbitacin, which is antiparasitic in nature.

Fry 1 tbsp. spoon pumpkin seeds and mix them with half a glass of water and coconut milk. Take on an empty stomach for a week.

Garlic

It has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.

Eat 1-2 cloves of garlic on an empty stomach throughout the week.

Carrots

It is rich in beta-carotene and has an antioxidant effect.

Eat carrots daily in the morning for a week.

Apple vinegar

A tablespoon of apple cider vinegar diluted in a glass of warm water will also help get rid of worms. The course of admission is 1 week.

Turmeric

Turmeric is well known to have antiseptic and antimicrobial properties.

Add 1 tbsp to a glass of buttermilk. spoonful of turmeric and drink. The course of treatment is 1 week.

Carnation

This spice is also famous for its antimicrobial properties.

Brew 2 – 3 cloves with a glass of boiling water, let cool and drink.

Papaya

The fruits of this tropical tree have an anthelmintic effect.

Add 1 tbsp to a glass of warm milk. a spoonful of crushed raw papaya and 1 teaspoon of honey. Take on an empty stomach for a week.

Coconut

It also has an anthelmintic effect.

Add 1 tbsp. a spoonful of shredded coconut for breakfast during the week.

Medications

Intestinal parasites, in particular pinworms, can be eliminated with the help of medications. But the whole family should take them.

The most common remedy for pinworms is mebendazole. It kills parasites, but cannot destroy their eggs. The drug is sold in pharmacies without a prescription in liquid form or as chewable tablets. It is generally well tolerated and rarely causes side effects. It is the preferred treatment option for children over 2 years of age.

To avoid reinfection with pinworms, doctors advise taking a second dose of Mebendazole 2 weeks after the first.

Another drug for intestinal parasites is Piperazine. It paralyzes the parasites, after which they leave the intestines naturally. It is usually prescribed along with hay – this herb has a laxative effect and helps to get rid of worms faster. Piperazine and senna are available as powders in sachets. Before use, the drugs are mixed with milk or water. Again, a second dose may be required after 2 weeks as Piperazine cannot kill eggs. Please note that Piperazine is not suitable for people who have epilepsy or have liver or kidney problems.

Mebendazole and Piperazine are 90-100% effective in killing pinworms.

There are other drugs for intestinal parasites – Albendazole and pyrantel pamoate.

Prevention of infection with worms

To prevent or reduce the risk of intestinal worms, it is important to develop good hygiene practices, such as washing your hands regularly with soap and hot water before and after going to the toilet, and before preparing or eating food.

Popular questions and answers

Answered typical questions about worm infestation Gastroenterologist Marat Zinnatullin.