In the 1970s and 1980s, almost everyone had roundworms in their stomachs, but now no one is infected with them

Ascaris lumbricoides is a type of nematode that parasitizes in the human intestine and is also one of the common parasites. Ascaris lumbricoides mainly enters the human body through the mouth and parasitizes in the small intestine

Ascaris lumbricoides is a type of nematode that parasitizes in the human intestine and is also one of the common parasites. Ascaris lumbricoides mainly enters the human body through the mouth and parasitizes in the small intestine. Adult worms can grow up to 20-40cm in length and are easily overlooked parasites.

Ascaris lumbricoides parasitic in the human body can cause great harm. They reproduce in the human intestine, causing symptoms such as gastrointestinal inflammation, diarrhea, constipation, anorexia, weight loss, and causing problems such as nutritional deficiency and physical decline. In severe cases, they can even lead to diseases such as intestinal obstruction and appendicitis.

In the 1970s and 1980s, almost everyone had roundworms in their stomachs, but nowadays, very few people are infected with roundworms. What is the reason behind this change?

In the past, the high incidence of roundworms was mainly related to the following aspects:

1 Poor hygiene conditions.In the past, most households did not have running water and independent bathrooms, making it difficult to ensure the hygiene and safety of drinking water and food.

In addition, the per capita housing area in many places is also very limited, making it difficult to ensure indoor ventilation and cleanliness, which are important reasons for the prevalence of roundworm disease.

2 Eating habits are unhealthy.In the past, the diet was dominated by starch, and there were few cellulose rich foods such as vegetables and fruits, which made the ascaris lumbricoides in the human body have a larger Lebensraum.

In addition, many local residents prefer to eat raw or undercooked food, which can also easily lead to roundworm infections.

3 Lack of treatment methods.In the past, the medical level was backward, and many places lacked antiparasitic drugs, which made it difficult for people infected with roundworm to receive effective treatment and exacerbated the epidemic of roundworm disease.

Nowadays, with the improvement of hygiene conditions, adjustment of dietary habits, and improvement of medical standards, the probability of contracting roundworms has greatly decreased.

Nowadays, every household has facilities such as running water and independent bathrooms, and the diet is also more diverse and healthy. In addition, modern medicine has also provided more effective treatment methods, and antibiotics and insect repellents for roundworm disease have become one of the necessary drugs.

Although the incidence rate of ascariasis has been greatly reduced, there are still some potential risks.

For example, in some places, the hygiene conditions are relatively poor, and the per capita housing area and dietary conditions have not been significantly improved. The probability of residents in these places being infected with roundworms is still relatively high.

In addition, some people also have unreasonable dietary habits or lack sufficient hygiene awareness, which can easily lead to roundworm infection.

Therefore, we should continue to strengthen the prevention and control of roundworms. The relevant departments should increase investment in health work and improve the infrastructure and hygiene level in some places.

At the same time, whether in rural or urban areas, everyone should pay attention to the cultivation of hygiene habits, including washing hands frequently, consuming more vegetables and fruits, and avoiding raw food. In addition, if you feel unwell symptoms, you should seek medical attention in a timely manner to detect and treat pests as soon as possible.

In short, roundworms are a common parasite that can cause great harm to the human body. Preventing roundworm infection is a problem that every one of us should attach great importance to.

By improving personal hygiene habits and maintaining a clean and tidy environment, we can effectively reduce the risk of contracting roundworms and protect the health of ourselves and our families.

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