Sunday, June 7, 2009

Roundworms

What are they?: Includes ascarids, hookworms, whipworms, and heartworms.

Transmission:

  • Intestinal worms - Ingestion of faeces or faeces-contaminated soil that contains worm eggs.
  • Heartworm - Intermediate host e.g. mosquito required for propagation.

Diagnosis: Microscopic examination of faeces (for intestinal worms) or blood (for heartworms) to determine the presence of roundworms.

Treatment or Prevention: Regular and monitored medication.

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