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 | | Hookworms, which will affect dogs of all ages; roundworms which are mainly a problem in young dogs; whipworms which are mainly a problem in older dogs; tapeworms which are a problem in dogs of most ages; and the heartworm which is important in many parts of Australia. | | | Although the breeder was probably treating the pup for the first few weeks of its life on a regular basis, the treatment was effective against the tissue forms of the roundworm. | | | It is important to remember this because (as mentioned about roundworms) the owner may treat a dog, only to find that two weeks later it has hookworm again. |
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| | Roundworm in Dogs - Effects of Dog Waste on our Health |
| | Roundworm is not present in dogs that receive regular worm treatments. | | | Although the risk to humans is slight, roundworm is a major health concern. | | | Roundworm lives in the small intestine of dogs. |
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http://www.roversleftovers.com/dog_waste_roundworm.htm
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| | Feline Roundworm Infection ~ Pawprints and Purrs, Inc. |
| | Roundworms can be a health risk for humans. | | | Children, in particular, are at risk for health problems should they become infected. | | | Instead, they are literally "swimming" within the intestine. |
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| | Roundworms |
| | Results of clinical studies suggest that this herb may eliminate between 30% and 86% of roundworms in infected individuals. | | | To alleviate soft tissue swelling from lymphatic filariasis, measures such as bandaging, physical therapy, careful skin care, as well as drainage of excess fluids may be taken. | | | The reader is advised to discuss the information provided here with a doctor, pharmacist, nurse, or other authorized healthcare practitioner and to check product information (including package inserts) regarding dosage, precautions, warnings, interactions, and contraindications before administering any drug, herb, or supplement discussed herein. |
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http://www.umm.edu/altmed/ConsConditions/Print/Roundwormscc.html
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| | Medical Dictionary: Intestinal roundworm - WrongDiagnosis.com |
| | Intestinal roundworm (medical condition): Large intestinal roundworm from 6 to 13 inches. | | | Intestinal roundworm: Intestinal roundworm is listed as a type of (or associated with) the following medical conditions in our database: Worm conditions, ascarids, Intestinal Conditions | | | Intestinal roundworm: Another name for Ascariasis (or close medical condition association). |
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| | Roundworm genes used in disease research - Sci Tech |
| | He focuses on mating behavior because it is instinctive behavior that is automatically transmitted from one generation to the next. | | | A Texas A&M researcher is conducting a study to expand knowledge of how genetics may determine behavior in microscopic worms, and how this knowledge might be used to cure diseases such as epilepsy and even cancer. | | | Studies involving roundworms have been conducted to locate evidence that certain genes result in certain types of behavior. |
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http://www.thebatt.com/media/paper657/news/2003/04/03/SciTech/Roundworm.Genes.Used.In.Disease.Research-514358.shtml
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| | Parasitic Worms found in Dogs |
| | Is they something Natural, or a Homepathic Roundwormer that is safe. | | | Most dogs have roundworms (Toxocara canis, cati or leonina) at some time in | | | Our Sheltie who is 1 1/2 years old has had Roundworms so many times we keep |
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| | Roundworm infections |
| | There are no effective vaccines against any of the soil-transmitted roundworms, nor does infection confer immunity. | | | If suction fails, the worms must be removed surgically to prevent intestinal rupture or blockage. | | | The prognosis for recovery from roundworm infections is good for most patients. |
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| | Canine Roundworm and Hookworm - Human Health Concerns |
| | Regular worming is the best way to ensure that your dog is not infested with these parasites and does not pose a health risk to your family. | | | Canine Roundworm and Hookworm - Human Health Concerns | | | Symptoms of roundworm infection may persist for over a year, and there is no specific treatment available. |
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| | PCTOnline.com :: Article :: Is Raccoon Roundworm a Threat to Pest Professionals? |
| | When raccoon roundworm eggs are ingested accidentally by humans, the results can range from asymptomatic to the more severe cases, where large numbers of the larvae literally migrate through different areas of the body including the lungs, through the retina in the eyes and even into the brain. | | | This condition is appropriately called visceral and ocular larvae migrans (V/OLM). | | | These include the Ascarid roundworms such as the common dog and cat roundworms (Toxocara canis and T. |
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| | cat worms tapeworm and roundworm in cats and kittens in the uk |
| | There is a slight risk to humans from toxocara cati, acquired by accidental ingestion of these roundworms, mainly from dogs and possibly from cats. | | | Petplanet.co.uk online shop to see our full range of | | | This disease is called visceral larval migrans, the roundworm larvae travel around the body and may settle in the eye and, in some cases, cause impairment of vision. |
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| | cbs2.com - Roundworm May Hold Key To Obesity Treatment |
| | Details of the roundworm experiments and the new genetic technique appear in Thursday's issue of the journal Nature. | | | It'll also speed up the process of figuring out how they work," said Leon Avery of the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, which is conducting its own fat gene experiments with roundworms. | | | Whether the same gene knockout technique will work in humans is unclear, but obesity drugs might be developed based on the basic understanding of the genes, Ruvkun said. |
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| | ScienceDaily: Smell, Taste May Influence Lifespan Of The Roundworm C. Elegans |
| | Regulation of lifespan by the reproductive system could be beneficial to the roundworm, Kenyon says. | | | This time, UCSF researchers report that lessening the nematode's ability to perceive its environment - presumably through smell or taste -- increases its lifespan by more than a third. | | | Roundworm -- The roundworms or nematodes are one of the most common phyla of animals. |
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| | ROUNDWORM INFECTION |
| | Roundworms (ascarids) are the most common intestinal parasite of dogs and cats. | | | For successful treatment, medication must be give as directed. | | | The best insurance against human infection is keeping your pet free from roundworms by regular stool examination and treatment if necessary. |
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| | Search Results for roundworm - Encyclopædia Britannica |
| | Excretory canals located on both sides of the intestine facilitate waste disposal by carriage of material to an excretory pore in the... | | | Fact sheet on this illness caused by the intestinal roundworm Ascaris lumbricoides. | | | anthelmintic drug used in the treatment of intestinal roundworm infection in humans and domestic animals (including poultry) and against pinworm infection in humans. |
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http://www.britannica.com/search?query=roundworm&submit=Find&source=MWTAB
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| | Canine Roundworm Infection, Safe And Effective Removal Of Canine Roundworm |
| | Both are treated with the same medication protocol so when eggs are seen on a fecal flotation exam, it is not necessary to determine which species is present. | | | As with many other problems, the best cure is to prevent roundworm infection before it starts. | | | Pyrantel pamoate dewormer by VEDCO is a highly effective wormer used for the removal of hookworms and roundworms in dogs and puppies. |
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| | Roundworm Cover |
| | One of the first concept roughs for Roundworm. | | | You have to hear it to really appreciate the excellent quality of the recordings and all the humor. |
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| | Wildlife disease - Raccoon roundworm |
| | But if the condition is not treated early, recovery is less assured. | | | The roundworm larvae cause problems as they travel through the person's muscles and various organs, including the liver, brain, lungs, and eyes. | | | Raccoons are the primary host of this roundworm, which is commonly found in their small intestines. |
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| | Introduction to the Nematoda |
| | At right, a diagrammatic view of the internal anatomy of a roundworm, showing the simplicity of its organization. | | | Nematodes were once classified with a very large and heterogeneous cluster of animals grouped together on the basis of their overall worm-like appearance, simple structure of an internal body cavity called a pseudocoelom, and the lack of features such as cilia and a well-defined head that are found in most animals. | | | These muscles are all aligned longitudinally along the inside of the body, so the nematode can only bend its body from side to side, not crawl or lift itself. |
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| | Worms |
| | Matters can be further complicated by the larvae which can remain "dormant" in tissues until the mother dog is pregnant. | | | This helps to show how proper treatment can eradicate the problem. | | | The most common method of roundworm transmission is when a puppy nurses from the infected mother dog. |
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| | Roundworm Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment in Cats and Dogs |
| | The host animal will be given deworming medication and supportive therapy. | | | Roundworm Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment in Cats and Dogs | | | In diagnosing roundworms, the animal will be given a physical examination and the stools will be examined. |
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| | Roundworm |
| | We subscribe to the principles of the Health On the Net Foundation | | | This particular infection is caused by a type of roundworm which lives in the intestines of cats and dogs. | | | When the larvae reach the intestines, symptoms may include cramps and nausea. |
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| | MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Ascariasis |
| | During movement through the lungs the larvae may produce an uncommon form of pneumonia called eosinophilic pneumonia. | | | Ascariasis is an infection caused by a parasitic roundworm, Ascaris lumbricoides. | | | It is found in association with poor personal hygiene, poor sanitation, and in places where human feces are used as fertilizer. |
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| | Roundworm threat - PittsburghLIVE.com |
| | For years, numerous doctors didn't know what caused 19-month-old Nathan Wurdemann to suddenly fall sick with encephalitis -- brain swelling -- in April 1998, quickly turning the once-active Minnesota toddler into a quadriplegic. | | | The less severe cases of raccoon roundworm probably are the ones misdiagnosed, she said. | | | Young children and the mentally retarded are particularly at risk of contracting raccoon roundworm, a rare but emerging disease with devastating consequences. |
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| | eMedicine - Ascaris Lumbricoides : Article by Eric L Weiss, MD, DTMandH |
| | Synonyms and related keywords: A lumbricoides, roundworm, intestinal roundworm, human parasite | | | Background: Estimates suggest that 1 in 4 of the world's population, or more than 1 billion people, are infected with the intestinal roundworm Ascaris lumbricoides. |
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| | Raccoon Roundworm (Baylisascaris Procyonis) |
| | Cotton rats are believed to be a possible intermediate host. | | | It is the common large roundworm found in the small intestines of raccoons. | | | No roundworm was detected in any raccoon at post mortem examinations 7 days after the end of treatment. |
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http://www.geocities.com/RainForest/Vines/4892/raccoonroundworm.html
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| | Parti Poodle Express Article - Worms & Dogs |
| | * Relatively speaking compared to Heartworm, Roundworm is a much easier worm to deal with.Why is it important to know about the possible parasites that can affect your dog? | | | Many of the parasites that infest pets are zoonotic, and as you interact with your dog, you are also susceptible, as are any children in your home. | | | Puppies are infested in utero, through transplacental transfer from a roundworm infested mother. |
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| | Parasites roundworm tape worm pinworm in Crohns |
| | The best treatment protocol* for the most commonly occurring intestinal parasites - roundworms, pinworms, and tapeworms - entails the following four steps, which should be carried out in conjunction with an experienced health-care practitioner who can guide you through the recovery process: | | | Their presence depresses the immune system functioning while activating immune response which can eventually lead to immune system exhaustion. | | | The intestinal cleansing process can be accomplished through the use of one or more of the following natural substances; rice bran fiber, alfalfa leaves, butternut root bark, fennel seed, licorice root, Irish moss, anise seed, peppermint leaves, cranberry, psyllium seed husk fiber, flaxseed fiber, apple or citrus or pectin, and buckthorn bark. |
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| | eMedicine - Toxocariasis : Article by Sun Huh, MD, PhD |
| | Synonyms and related keywords: dog roundworm, Toxocara canis, T canis, cat roundworm, Toxocara cati, T cati, covert toxocariasis, visceral larva migrans, ocular larva migrans, helminths, intestinal parasites, intestinal vermiform parasites | | | The soil of parks and playgrounds is commonly contaminated with the eggs of T canis, and infection may cause human disease in the liver, lung, muscle, eye, and brain. | | | Background: Toxocariasis is an infection caused by the accidental ingestion of larvae of the dog roundworm Toxocara canis or the cat roundworm Toxocara cati. |
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| | roundworm infection |
| | A child infested with roundworm may suffer from malnutrition, and may have growth problems if the infection is not effectively treated. | | | A roundworm infection is caused by Ascaris lumbricoides, an intestinal roundworm. | | | Medications such as mebendazole or albendazole may be used. |
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| | roundworm on Encyclopedia.com |
| | Let HighBeam Research help you refine your search | | | The Korea Food and Drug Administration has said 16 out of 502 domestic kimchi brands were contaminated with roundworm eggs believed to have come from cats and dogs. | | | The Korea Food and Drug Administration said 16 out of 502 domestic kimchi brands were contaminated with roundworm eggs believed to have come from cats and dogs. |
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| | Raccoons from The Gable's Raccoon World - raccoons, resources, tips and links from a raccoon and wildlife rehabber |
| | An in-depth look at three of the major health concerns in racoons: Rabies, Distemper and the Raccoon Roundworm | | | Check out my raccoon, wildlife and nature resources, tips and links, including extensive rehab and FAQs as well as in-depth rabies, distemper and roundworm info. | | | This section offers advice on how to humanely deal with unwanted masked intruders in your attic or chimney, under your porch or deck, in your garbage, yard or garden. |
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| | MSN Encarta - Roundworm |
| | Other, medically significant forms of roundworm include the various genera known as hookworm; the filaria, which cause elephantiasis; the trichina worm, the cause of trichinosis; and the whipworm, which infests the human intestine. | | | Classification of the approximately 12,000 known species of roundworms—many thousands of unknown species are suspected—is a subject of some controversy among zoologists. | | | Roundworm infections are common and frequently go unnoticed, but several species cause serious diseases. |
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| | Raccoon Roundworm |
| | Parasitic and zoonotic disease of mammals and birds caused by infection with the roundworm (Nematode), Baylisascaris procyonis. | | | Roundworms found in the intestines of raccoons should be submitted to determine if they are B. | | | This is a trait shared by other roundworms. |
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| | Raccoon Roundworm (Baylisascaris) |
| | There are other ascarids (Toxocara canis and Toxocara cati, the dog and cat roundworm, respectively) that can cause similar skin, ocular and nervous system problems. | | | The raccoon roundworm (Baylisascaris procyonis) is the common large roundworm or ascarid found in the small intestinal tract of raccoons. | | | Transmission of these parasites is more likely than with Baylisascaris due to close human-pet association but the dog and cat roundworms are less pathogenic. |
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http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7-153-10370_12150_12220-27261--,00.html
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| | Roundworms |
| | A roundworm has a definite digestive system that runs the length of their bodies. | | | The hookworm, pinworm and trichinella are part of this group. | | | Roundworms are a member of the nemathelminths phylum or group of animals. |
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| | Ask the Veterinarian: roundworm in cats |
| | I had his stool checked which was positive for roundworms. | | | I have been in the animal health field for about 12 years. | | | I just got a 1 year old cat from a woman who had more than she could care for. |
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| | Home-Roundworm in Sheep |
| | Sheep infected with large numbers of roundworms may show diarrhoea, dehydration, reduced appetite, weight loss, anaemia and generally loss of body condition. | | | Roundworms are the most important causes of production losses in sheep, especially in areas with moderate or high rainfall. | | | Older sheep may have an acquired resistance to the parasite because of earlier exposure to them and so are less susceptible to disease. |
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| | Roundworm Background |
| | There are numerous species of roundworm which affect sheep but only a few cause serious problems. | | | Several species can affect an animal at the same time but usually one or other will be the dominant species responsible for visible disease symptoms, dependant on season. | | | The healthy, well-fed ewe has a reasonable degree of immunity to worm infestation through previous challenge in the first year of life, although she still plays a role in contaminating the pasture for her lambs. |
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| | Baylisascariasis caused by the raccoon roundworm, Baylisascaris procyonis |
| | In rare cases, the roundworm egg is ingested by a human (often a child) that is working or playing in an area contaminated by raccoon feces. | | | Baylisascariasis is an uncommon but well described infection in humans caused by ingestion of the eggs of the raccoon roundworm, Baylisascaris procyonis (B. procyonis). | | | In some cases, the roundworm egg is ingested by a different kind of mammal (typically a rabbit or rodent) or bird. |
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| | Toxocara canis (canine roundworm) |
| | The life cycle of Toxocara canis, a common roundworm of dogs, is similar to that of Ascaris lumbricoides, but with a few additional frills. | | | Assuming a dog has never been infected with Toxocara, the first time it is infected the worms develop as described for Ascaris. |
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http://www.biosci.ohio-state.edu/~parasite/toxocara.html
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| | roundworm - OneLook Dictionary Search |
| | Words similar to roundworm: nematode, ringworm, tinea, more... | | | roundworm : The On-line Medical Dictionary [home, info] | | | roundworm : Dorland's Illustrated Medical Dictionary [home, info] |
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| | Wired News: Live, Little Roundworm, Longer |
| | In new research published in the science journal Nature, Guarente and his colleague Heidi Tissenbaum showed that a similar gene, sir2.1, in the roundworm has the same effect. | | | LONDON -- U.S. scientists have extended the life span of roundworms by tinkering with their genetic makeup in a discovery that could one day help humans to live longer. | | | Roundworms normally die at about two weeks old, but after researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) gave the tiny creatures extra copies of chromosomes containing a specific gene they lived up to three weeks. |
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| | Raccoon Roundworm Survey |
| | Three out of the four adult raccoons contained roundworms in their intestines. | | | Fecal samples from raccoon latrine sites were collected and tested from May 2001 through August 2002. | | | This is an infection rate of 40.5% of the samples tested. |
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| | eMedicine - Ascariasis : Article by Michael E Greenberg, MD, MPH |
| | Ascariasis is found most commonly in countries with poor sanitary conditions. | | | Background: Ascaris lumbricoides (see Image 1), a roundworm, causes the most common helminthic infection in the world, ascariasis. | | | Synonyms and related keywords: Ascaris lumbricoides, Ascaris species, roundworm, parasite, helminthic infection, Ascaris larvae, Ascaris species infection, intestinal obstruction, IO, Loeffler pneumonitis |
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| | Tiny roundworm's telomeres help scientists to tease apart different types of aging |
| | But there are more ways than one to grow old. | | | To answer these vexing questions, Karlseder, who is interested in telomeres, teamed up with Dillin, who studies lifespan and aging in C. elegans. | | | In the past, preventing telomere shortening has often been portrayed as the key to preventing aging and living longer. |
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| | Nematode (Roundworm) Infections in Fish |
| | Small numbers of nematodes often occur in healthy fish, but high numbers will cause illness or even death. | | | Permission is granted to others to use these materials in part or in full for educational purposes, provided that full credit is given to the UF/IFAS, citing the publication, its source, and date of publication. | | | Nematodes, or roundworms, have been found in numerous species of fish. |
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| | Roundworm in cats - @forums |
| | Almost all cats have roundworm, you can tell as kittens I think when they get really big bellies and you don't know why cuz their kittens. | | | I'm taking them to the vet first thing tommorow, however, does anyone know if this can be transferred to humans? | | | YES, humans can get this, but only if you're like a slob and never clean the pan. |
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