Whipworm infection


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Trichuris trichiura egg
Trichuris trichiura egg
Alternative Names

Trichuriasis


Treatment

Mebendazole taken by mouth for 3 days is commonly prescribed when the infection causes symptoms. Albendazole is used as an alternative therapy.


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Expectations (prognosis)

Full recovery is expected with treatment.


Calling your health care provider

Seek medical attention if you or your child develop bloody diarrhea. In addition to whipworm, there are many other infections and illnesses that can cause similar symptoms.



Review Date: 09/25/2006
Reviewed By: Charlotte Grayson, MD, Private Practice specializing in Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease, Smyrna, GA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.


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