Symptoms
Symptoms of roundworm infection can vary depending on the number of worms present in the body. Some common symptoms include:
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea and vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Weight loss
- Anemia
- Fatigue
- Itchy anus
In some cases, the worms may migrate to other parts of the body, such as the lungs or liver, which can cause additional symptoms, such as coughing or jaundice.
Causes
Roundworm infection is caused by the Ascaris lumbricoides worm, which is transmitted through contaminated food or water. The worms can survive in the soil for several months, and they can infect children when they come into contact with contaminated soil or eat contaminated food.