Ancylostoma

Ancylostoma is a group of hookworms—parasitic roundworms—that includes Ancylostoma duodenale (a human hookworm), A. ceylanicum (now recognized as infecting humans in parts of Asia), and animal hookworms (A. braziliense, A. caninum) that can cause skin disease in people. Together with Necator americanus, these worms infect hundreds of millions worldwide, mainly where sanitation is poor. People are infected when larvae in soil penetrate bare skin, or sometimes by ingesting contaminated soil or produce; adult worms live in the small intestine and can cause iron-deficiency anemia by chronic, microscopic blood loss. Zoonotic species commonly cause “cutaneous larva migrans,” an itchy, winding skin rash.

Ancylostoma is a group (genus) of small parasitic roundworms called hookworms. Some species live in the human intestine and feed on blood. The worms attach to the wall of the small intestine with tooth-like mouthparts. They cause slow blood loss, iron deficiency anemia, and sometimes protein loss. Many people have no symptoms when the infection is mild. Problems grow as the number of worms increases. CDC+1

Hookworm eggs leave the body in stool. In warm, moist soil, they hatch and develop into larvae. The infective larvae can penetrate skin—often bare feet—or, for one species (A. duodenale), sometimes enter by mouth in contaminated food or water. After skin entry, larvae travel through the blood to the lungs, go up the windpipe, are swallowed, and then mature in the small intestine. CDC+1

Ancylostoma infections include intestinal disease and a skin form called cutaneous larva migrans when animal hookworms enter human skin but cannot complete their life cycle. In the skin form, serpentine, itchy tracks appear and move slowly under the skin. CDC

Other names

People and books may use several names. Hookworm infection is the common umbrella term. Ancylostomiasis often means human intestinal infection by Ancylostoma duodenale. Old World hookworm also refers to A. duodenale. Zoonotic hookworm means animal hookworms (such as A. braziliense or A. caninum) that infect people. Cutaneous larva migrans and creeping eruption describe the skin tracks from animal hookworm larvae. CDC+1

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You may see hookworm infection, ancylostomiasis, intestinal hookworm disease, or, for the skin form, cutaneous larva migrans (CLM). The term soil-transmitted helminthiasis (STH) covers hookworm along with roundworm (Ascaris) and whipworm (Trichuris).

Types

1) Ancylostoma duodenale (human intestinal hookworm).
This is a major human species. It can enter through skin or by mouth. It attaches in the duodenum and jejunum and drinks blood. In heavy infection it causes significant iron deficiency anemia and sometimes protein loss. CDC+1

2) Ancylostoma ceylanicum (zoonotic, but causes full human intestinal infections).
This species normally infects dogs and cats in parts of Asia but now is recognized as an emerging human hookworm that can mature and lay eggs in people. Human cases are reported across Southeast and South Asia. PMC+1

3) Ancylostoma caninum (dog hookworm; human eosinophilic enteritis).
In people, this dog hookworm most often causes abdominal pain with high blood eosinophils (eosinophilic enteritis). Adult worms are rarely found in the human intestine, and egg shedding in people is not typical. Gastro Journal+1

4) Ancylostoma braziliense (dog/cat hookworm; skin disease in people).
This species commonly causes cutaneous larva migrans in people who contact contaminated sand or soil (for example, beaches). The larvae crawl in the skin and make winding, itchy tracks. CDC

5) Intestinal Ancylostoma infection versus skin-only disease.
Intestinal disease comes from A. duodenale or A. ceylanicum maturing in the gut. Skin-only disease (CLM) usually follows animal hookworm larval penetration of human skin without gut maturation. CDC+1

6) Related but different: Necator americanus.
Necator is another hookworm genus that infects humans worldwide. It is not an Ancylostoma species, but it causes similar intestinal disease. Many resources discuss “hookworm” by grouping Ancylostoma duodenale with Necator americanus. Medscape

Causes

1) Walking barefoot on contaminated soil.
Infective larvae in warm, moist soil penetrate the skin, especially the soles. This is the classic route of infection. World Health Organization

2) Poor sanitation or open defecation.
Human feces in the environment seed the soil with eggs that hatch into larvae. Communities without safe latrines have higher risk. World Health Organization

3) Warm, humid climate and shaded soil.
Larvae survive best in warm (about 20–30 °C), moist, shaded soil. Tropical and subtropical rural areas are most affected. Medscape

4) Ingesting larvae (for A. duodenale).
This species can also infect by mouth via contaminated vegetables or water. Proper washing and cooking reduce risk. CDC

5) Working or playing with bare hands or knees in soil.
Farmers, miners, construction workers, and children who dig or sit on the ground can expose more skin to larvae. Medscape

6) Sleeping or sitting on contaminated ground.
Skin contact for long periods increases the chance of larval penetration. CDC

7) Flooding or wet seasons.
Standing water and damp soil help larvae persist; risk can rise after rains if sanitation is poor. World Health Organization

8) Use of “night soil” (human feces) as fertilizer.
Applying untreated human waste to fields can spread eggs widely. Medscape

9) Lack of footwear in children.
Children often play barefoot and are more likely to acquire repeated infections that worsen anemia and growth problems. CDC

10) Crowded housing with earth floors.
Households with bare soil floors offer year-round exposure if sanitation is poor. Medscape

11) Travel to endemic areas.
Travelers who walk barefoot on beaches or soil in endemic countries can acquire infection. Mount Sinai Health System

12) Contact with contaminated sand at beaches.
Animal hookworm larvae can live in sand where infected dogs or cats defecate, causing CLM in people. CDC

13) Owning dogs or cats that are not dewormed.
Pet hookworm infections increase environmental contamination with animal hookworm eggs and larvae. CDC

14) Low iron stores, pregnancy, and poor nutrition (worsen impact).
These do not cause infection, but they make anemia from hookworm more serious and harmful. PMC

15) Lack of health education about footwear and hygiene.
Simple messages about shoes, latrines, and handwashing reduce risk but may be missing. World Health Organization

16) Inadequate access to safe water.
Unsafe water contributes to poor hygiene and, for A. duodenale, may carry larvae if produce is washed in contaminated water. Medscape

17) Occupational exposure in agriculture and mining.
Historical outbreaks occurred in miners; soil contact in fields remains a modern risk. Medscape

18) Community lack of mass deworming where burdens are high.
Where control programs are absent, repeated infections continue. World Health Organization

19) Wearing open sandals with thin soles.
Thin soles can crack or shift, exposing skin to larvae in wet soil. World Health Organization

20) Skin breaks on feet or legs.
Scratches or dermatitis may ease larval entry during soil contact. (Skin penetration is the key step.) World Health Organization

Symptoms

1) “Ground itch” at the entry site.
An intensely itchy, red rash on feet or hands appears where larvae penetrated. It may have small bumps. NCBI

2) Serpentine, creeping skin tracks (for animal hookworms).
Cutaneous larva migrans causes winding, raised, very itchy tracks that move a little each day. CDC

3) Dry cough or wheeze early on.
During lung passage, some people have a brief cough or chest discomfort that then resolves. NCBI

4) Abdominal pain or cramps.
Adult worms attach in the small intestine and can trigger diffuse or upper-abdominal pain. CDC

5) Nausea or reduced appetite.
Loss of appetite and mild nausea are common with intestinal irritation. CDC

6) Diarrhea or loose stools.
Some people notice intermittent loose stools, especially with heavier infection. NCBI

7) Fatigue and weakness.
Blood loss over weeks to months causes iron deficiency anemia, leading to tiredness and low energy. CDC

8) Lightheadedness on standing.
Anemia can cause dizziness or near-fainting, especially when standing quickly. NCBI

9) Palpitations or fast heartbeat.
The heart beats faster to compensate for anemia; severe cases can strain the heart. PMC

10) Pale skin and inner eyelids.
Pallor is a visible sign of anemia due to chronic intestinal blood loss. CDC

11) Pica (craving non-food items).
People with iron deficiency sometimes crave clay, dirt, or ice. (It signals iron deficiency rather than the worm itself.) NCBI

12) Swelling of ankles or face.
Protein loss from the gut in heavy infections can cause mild edema. CDC

13) Poor school performance and slowed growth in children.
Long-term iron and protein loss can affect growth and learning. CDC

14) Black or tested-positive stool for occult blood.
Occult blood may be present in heavy hookworm infection. CDC

15) For A. caninum, recurrent abdominal pain with high eosinophils.
Dog hookworm in humans often presents with obscure abdominal pain and eosinophilia. Gastro Journal

Diagnostic tests

A) Physical examination

1) Conjunctival and palmar pallor.
Doctors look at the inner eyelids and palms for pallor, which suggests anemia from intestinal blood loss. CDC

2) Vital signs, including fast pulse and orthostatic drop.
A rapid heart rate and lightheadedness when standing can reflect significant anemia. PMC

3) Abdominal exam.
Diffuse abdominal tenderness or discomfort may be present; the exam also screens for other causes of pain. NCBI

4) Nutritional assessment (weight, BMI, child growth).
Chronic hookworm can worsen undernutrition and slow growth in children, so clinicians track weight and height. CDC

5) Skin inspection of feet and hands.
Rashes at entry sites (ground itch) or serpentine tracks (CLM) point toward hookworm exposure. CDC

B) Manual/parasitology bench tests

6) Kato–Katz stool thick smear (egg detection and egg-per-gram count).
A small, weighed amount of fresh stool is pressed under cellophane and read by microscope within 30–60 minutes (to avoid hookworm egg clearing). It both detects eggs and quantifies infection intensity as eggs per gram. UW Departments+1

7) Formalin–ethyl acetate concentration (sedimentation).
Stool is fixed, concentrated, and examined by wet mount to increase egg recovery when counts are low. CDC

8) Harada–Mori culture (larval culture).
Stool is incubated on moist filter paper to hatch eggs and grow larvae that can be identified to genus/species. Useful when egg counts are low or species ID matters. PMC

9) Direct saline wet mount.
A quick, simple smear can show eggs in heavy infections, but sensitivity is limited in light infections. jidc.org

10) Mini-FLOTAC or FLOTAC flotation methods.
These flotation chambers can improve detection and allow egg counting; in some settings they are as sensitive as, or more sensitive than, Kato–Katz for certain helminths, including hookworm. PLOS+1

C) Laboratory and pathology tests

11) Complete blood count (CBC).
CBC often shows iron-deficiency anemia (low hemoglobin, microcytosis) and may show eosinophilia, especially earlier in infection. NCBI

12) Iron studies (ferritin, transferrin saturation, serum iron).
Low ferritin and low transferrin saturation confirm iron deficiency caused by ongoing intestinal blood loss. PMC

13) Fecal occult blood test (FOBT).
Occult blood can be positive in heavy hookworm infection due to mucosal bleeding at worm attachment sites. CDC

14) Species-specific stool PCR (qPCR).
Modern multiplex qPCR on stool can detect and differentiate A. duodenale, A. ceylanicum, and Necator with higher sensitivity than microscopy, useful for mixed infections and program monitoring. PMC+1

15) LAMP or rapid nucleic-acid detection.
Isothermal amplification (LAMP) assays targeting hookworm DNA offer field-friendly molecular detection. BioMed Central

16) Intensity grading by egg-per-gram (EPG) thresholds.
WHO-used thresholds classify hookworm intensity as light (1–1,999 EPG), moderate (2,000–3,999 EPG), and heavy (≥4,000 EPG), which helps assess morbidity risk and program goals. PMC+1

17) Serum proteins (albumin, total protein).
Protein loss in heavy infection can lower albumin; testing helps explain edema and guides nutrition care. NCBI

D) Electrodiagnostic tests

18) 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) when anemia is severe.
ECG is not a primary test for worms, but in severe iron-deficiency anemia from hookworm, clinicians may check for sinus tachycardia or strain. These changes usually improve as anemia corrects. PMC+1

E) Imaging/endoscopy

19) Upper endoscopy (esophagogastroduodenoscopy).
If stool tests are negative but anemia persists, endoscopy can directly visualize live hookworms attached in the duodenum and the tiny bleeding points they cause. PMC+1

20) Capsule endoscopy.
A swallowable camera pill can reveal multiple hookworms in the small bowel, especially when other tests are inconclusive. PMC

Non-pharmacological treatments (therapies & “other” supports)

(Each item states what it is, purpose, and how it helps.)

1. Wear shoes consistently. Purpose: stop larvae penetrating skin. Mechanism: a physical barrier between feet and contaminated soil/sand—especially at home, farms, beaches, or construction sites in endemic areas.

2. Use safe latrines and end open defecation. Purpose: break transmission. Mechanism: stool containment prevents eggs from contaminating soil where larvae develop. Community-level sanitation is pivotal for sustainable control.

3. Improve handwashing with soap. Purpose: lower accidental ingestion of contaminated soil. Mechanism: removes eggs/soil before eating or feeding children; pair with nail trimming.

4. Wash/peel raw produce grown in soil. Purpose: minimize ingesting eggs. Mechanism: vigorous washing/peeling removes adhering soil from vegetables/herbs.

5. Household water safety (safe source/storage). Purpose: reduce fecal–oral exposure. Mechanism: protected water, safe storage, and pouring techniques limit contamination during cooking and washing foods.

6. Health education in schools and communities. Purpose: sustain WASH and footwear habits and participation in deworming days. Mechanism: repeated, age-appropriate messages linked to local risk settings.

7. Pet care in CLM risk areas. Purpose: reduce animal feces contamination of sand/soil. Mechanism: regular veterinary deworming, poop pickup, and restricting animals from play-sand.

8. Beach/playground sand management. Purpose: lower CLM risk. Mechanism: fencing dog areas, grooming or replacing heavily contaminated sand, and posted advice to wear footwear on sand.

9. Nutritional counseling for iron-rich diets. Purpose: correct anemia burden faster. Mechanism: emphasize iron-rich foods and vitamin-C–containing foods to aid non-heme iron absorption.

10. School WASH infrastructure. Purpose: reduce reinfection in children. Mechanism: build/maintain child-friendly toilets, handwashing stations, and clean water access on school grounds.

11. Behavior-change campaigns (ODF). Purpose: community shift away from open defecation. Mechanism: “triggering” approaches and village monitoring maintain safe sanitation norms.

12. Household environmental cleaning around play areas. Purpose: reduce soil exposure for toddlers. Mechanism: designate clean play spaces (raised mats), discourage geophagia/pica.

13. Prompt wound/skin care for scratching. Purpose: prevent secondary bacterial infection in CLM. Mechanism: keep nails short; gentle cleansing and protective dressings for excoriations.

14. Community mapping & local risk mitigation. Purpose: target WASH and education to hotspots (e.g., farm lots, brick kilns). Mechanism: using local knowledge with public-health guidance to focus interventions.

15. Antenatal education on anemia & deworming policy. Purpose: protect pregnant people in endemic areas (after 1st trimester per WHO). Mechanism: integrate iron/folate advice and safe timing for deworming.

16. Household latrine maintenance & fecal-sludge management. Purpose: keep toilets functional and safe. Mechanism: regular cleaning, safe emptying, and repairs to prevent leaks/overflow into soil.

17. Food hygiene for field workers. Purpose: reduce soil ingestion during meals. Mechanism: hand/produce washing stations at farms, covered food, and shoe policies in field camps.

18. School/clinic reminder systems for deworming days. Purpose: maximize coverage (public-health chemotherapy). Mechanism: SMS/poster reminders and teacher engagement increase turnout.

19. Community One-Health actions. Purpose: address human–animal–environment interface (for CLM). Mechanism: coordinate human health, veterinary care, and environmental measures.

20. Dermoscopy guidance for suspected CLM. Purpose: faster recognition/referral when drugs are needed. Mechanism: noninvasive visualization of typical serpiginous tracks to support clinical diagnosis.

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Drug treatments

Important note: only a small set of medicines is truly evidence-based for hookworm. Listing “20 different drugs” would be misleading; below are the key validated options plus supportive medicines used for complications or the CLM skin form. Doses are typical adult regimens; always individualize by age, weight, pregnancy, and local policy.

1. Albendazole (first-line for intestinal hookworm). Class: benzimidazole anthelmintic. Dose: 400 mg single dose (some protocols use 400 mg daily ×3 days). Purpose: kill adult worms. Mechanism: binds parasite β-tubulin, disrupting microtubules and glucose uptake. Side effects: brief GI upset; rare liver enzyme rise—avoid in known hepatic disease; pregnancy use per WHO after first trimester when indicated.

2. Mebendazole (first-line alternative). Class: benzimidazole. Dose: 500 mg single dose or 100 mg twice daily ×3 days. Purpose/mechanism: as above. Side effects: similar to albendazole; caution with prolonged/high-dose use (rare marrow suppression).

3. Pyrantel pamoate (alternative). Class: depolarizing neuromuscular blocker to worms. Dose: ~11 mg/kg (max 1 g) daily ×3 days in some protocols. Side effects: nausea, cramps; generally well tolerated. Useful where benzimidazoles are unavailable.

4. Ivermectin (for CLM and some A. ceylanicum). Class: macrocyclic lactone. Dose for CLM: ~200 µg/kg PO once (sometimes 1–2 days). Purpose: curative for CLM; not first-line for classic human intestinal hookworm. Side effects: dizziness, pruritus; avoid in children <15 kg unless specialist guidance.

5. Topical thiabendazole (CLM localized). Class: benzimidazole. Dose: 10–15% topical, 3–4×/day for 7–15 days; option for small, localized lesions when oral therapy is not preferred. Side effects: local irritation.

6. Levamisole (context-specific). Class: imidazothiazole anthelmintic; used in some countries for STH. Note: less common now due to safety concerns; avoid off-label use without local guideline support.

7. Tribendimidine (where available). Class: amidantel derivative used in China; activity against STH. Note: availability is limited; follow national guidance.

8. Iron (ferrous sulfate/fumarate/gluconate). Dose (typical adult treatment): ~120 mg elemental iron daily for ~3 months, then continue to replete stores. Purpose: correct hookworm-related iron-deficiency anemia. Side effects: GI upset; alternate-day dosing can improve tolerance with similar outcomes.

9. Folic acid. Dose: commonly 0.4–1 mg/day when deficiency suspected. Purpose: support erythropoiesis in anemia recovery (particularly in pregnancy per public-health programs). Note: use per national protocols.

10. Antihistamines (e.g., hydroxyzine, cetirizine) for CLM itch. Purpose: symptomatic relief and less scratching → fewer skin infections. Mechanism: H1 blockade. Side effects: sedation (first-gen).

11. Topical corticosteroids for CLM itch. Purpose: reduce inflammation/pruritus while definitive anthelmintic acts. Note: adjunct only.

12. Antibiotics (if secondary skin infection). Purpose: treat impetigo/cellulitis from scratching CLM. Choice: per local guidelines (e.g., antistaphylococcal agents).

13. Parenteral (IV) iron (if oral is not tolerated/ineffective). Purpose: faster iron repletion in severe anemia or malabsorption. Note: monitor for reactions; reserved per guidelines.

14. Deworming in pregnancy (policy-driven). Regimen: single dose mebendazole 500 mg or albendazole 400 mg after the first trimester in endemic settings with high prevalence and anemia, per WHO-aligned national policies. Rationale: reduces maternal anemia without evidence of adverse birth outcomes. Always follow local guidance.

(These are the core, evidence-based medicines. Beyond them, additional distinct “drugs” are not justified for hookworm; inflating the list would risk misinformation.)

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Dietary molecular supplements

1. Iron (elemental iron as ferrous salts): cornerstone for treating hookworm-related iron-deficiency anemia; typical adult treatment ~120 mg elemental/day for ~3 months; take away from tea/coffee; vitamin C can aid absorption.

2. Folate (folic acid): supports red blood cell formation during recovery; commonly paired with iron in public-health programs for women of reproductive age.

3. Vitamin B12: replace if deficient (less common in hookworm), aiding effective erythropoiesis; check levels in macrocytosis or neurological signs.

4. Vitamin C (ascorbic acid): enhances non-heme iron absorption from plant foods/supplements; useful dietary co-factor with iron therapy.

5. Vitamin A: supports immunity and mucosal integrity; deficiency worsens infection outcomes; correct deficiency per national protocols.

6. Zinc: important for immune function and epithelial repair; consider if dietary deficiency suspected; not a dewormer.

7. Protein-energy supplementation: improves hemoglobin response in undernourished individuals by providing building blocks for erythropoiesis.

8. Dietary heme iron sources (food-based “supplement”): lean meats or fortified foods can complement medicinal iron during recovery.

9. Fortified staple foods (iron-fortified flour/cereal): community-level adjunct to reduce anemia risk where available.

10. Prenatal supplements (iron + folate in pregnancy): preventive and therapeutic roles; dosing tailored to local guidance and anemia status.

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Immunity booster / regenerative / stem-cell drugs

There are no approved “immunity-booster,” regenerative, or stem-cell drugs for Ancylostoma or CLM. The safe, evidence-based approach is anthelmintic therapy, WASH measures, and iron repletion when anemic. Using unproven “immune” or stem-cell products for hookworm is not recommended and could be harmful.

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Procedures / surgeries

1. Upper endoscopy with removal/therapy when active worms are visualized and bleeding is suspected; case reports show direct identification and management.

2. Capsule endoscopy for obscure GI bleeding when stool exams are negative—can reveal hookworms in the small bowel.

3. Dermatologic procedures (rare) for CLM, e.g., limited curettage of secondary abscesses or incision & drainage if superinfected lesions occur; usually not required if treated early.

4. Intravenous iron infusion (procedure) when oral iron fails or is not tolerated.

5. Blood transfusion for severe, symptomatic anemia per transfusion guidelines (e.g., hemodynamic compromise, very low Hb).

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Preventions (simple actions)

1. Wear shoes/sandals outdoors. 2) Use and maintain latrines. 3) Wash hands with soap after toilet, before food. 4) Wash/peel produce grown in soil. 5) Keep nails short; discourage pica. 6) School WASH upgrades. 7) Pet deworming and poop pickup (CLM). 8) Beach/playground sand hygiene and footwear. 9) Participate in community deworming campaigns when offered. 10) Nutrition programs for iron sufficiency.

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When to see a doctor (red flags)

Seek care urgently for fainting, chest pain, shortness of breath at rest, or very fast heartbeat (possible severe anemia). See a clinician soon for persistent fatigue, pallor, pica, abdominal pain/diarrhea, an itchy serpiginous rash after beach/soil exposure, or if you’re pregnant in an endemic area to discuss the safe timing of deworming and iron/folate.

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What to eat & what to avoid (practical)

Eat: iron-rich foods (legumes, meats, liver, leafy greens, fortified cereals) and pair with vitamin-C sources (citrus, guava, tomatoes) to enhance absorption. Ensure adequate protein and calories to rebuild red blood cells. Avoid: drinking tea/coffee with iron tablets/meals (they reduce absorption), and avoid unclean raw produce that could carry soil; wash thoroughly or cook well.

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FAQs

1. Is hookworm common? Yes—hundreds of millions are infected globally, mainly where sanitation is poor.

2. How do I catch it? Usually by barefoot contact with contaminated soil; sometimes by ingesting contaminated soil on produce.

3. Can my pet give me hookworm? Animal hookworms can cause CLM in people via skin contact with contaminated sand/soil, but they usually don’t mature in the human gut.

4. Why does it cause anemia? Adult worms drink blood and cause microscopic intestinal bleeding over time.

5. What’s the best treatment for intestinal hookworm? Albendazole or mebendazole are first-line; dosing is simple and highly effective.

6. Do I need iron tablets? If you’re anemic, yes—iron repletion speeds recovery.

7. How is CLM (skin tracks) treated? Usually ivermectin or albendazole; small lesions may respond to topical thiabendazole.

8. Are these medicines safe in pregnancy? WHO-aligned policies allow a single dose of mebendazole 500 mg or albendazole 400 mg after the first trimester in endemic areas to reduce anemia. Follow local guidance.

9. Can I get it again? Yes—reinfection is common without WASH (water, sanitation, hygiene) and shoe use.

10. Do probiotics or vitamins cure hookworm? No—only anthelmintics cure it; nutrients help correct anemia and support recovery.

11. Do I need special imaging? Usually not; stool tests diagnose most cases. Endoscopy/capsule studies are for persistent bleeding with negative stools.

12. How many stool tests are needed? More than one increases sensitivity; program monitoring often uses Kato-Katz.

13. Can children take deworming tablets? Yes—WHO supports periodic single-dose albendazole (400 mg) or mebendazole (500 mg) in at-risk areas, via school campaigns.

14. Is drug resistance a concern? Modeling suggests resistance could emerge with long-term mass drug pressure; integrated WASH and monitoring are important.

15. What’s the long-term fix? Combine effective deworming with sanitation, footwear, clean water, and health education to break transmission.

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Last Updated: September 17, 2025.

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