Sentences with phrase «roundworm infection»

As many as 10,000 cases of roundworm infection in humans have been reported in one year.

Kittens can become infected with parasites almost as soon as they are born, since one of the most common sources of roundworm infection in kittens is the mother's milk.

Rodent control is desirable since rodents may serve as a source of roundworm infection for dogs.

Dogs can acquire roundworm infections from their mothers while in the uterus.

We normally do not think of human roundworm infections as a problem in the modern world, but it is.

Symptoms of roundworm infection include diarrhea, vomiting, pot - bellied appearance, coughing (dogs may cough up or vomit worms), weight loss and dull hair coat.

For example, the Interceptor or Heartgard Plus brands of heartworm tablets will help treat roundworm infection in your dog.

Pumpkin seeds surprisingly have been shown to help control roundworm infections in the GI tract (8).

Kittens will sometimes die with serious roundworm infections.

Good hygiene is critical to preventing roundworm infection in people.

If a fecal sample is tested, it is possible to detect the eggs and confirm roundworm infection.

An animal suffering from a heavy roundworm infection may also exhibit signs of impaired growth and malnutrition.

Raccoon roundworm infection in humans is rare but can be deadly, so the researchers observed the latrines from a distance and wore special shoes which they bagged before going home.

To diagnose roundworm infection, a small amount of the cat's stool is mixed in a special solution that causes the eggs to float to the top of the solution.

Most of the time roundworm infections occur when the dog or cat is very young.

To the best of my knowledge cats are not able to transfer roundworm infections to kittens in the uterus and therefore it is usually recommended that deworming begin at about 6 weeks of age in kittens as it takes about that long for the infection to reach the stage where deworming medications are effective.

Human roundworm infection involves accidentally consuming dirt that has been contaminated with roundworm eggs.

Owners who are considering breeding their bitch should discuss with their veterinarian how best to ensure that she is properly treated for roundworm infection before and during her pregnancy.

It makes Trifexis a safe way to prevent heartworm disease as well as treat and control adult hookworm infections, adult roundworm infections and adult whipworm infections.

Rodent control is desirable since rodents may serve as a source of roundworm infection for cats.

Most heartworm prevention products contain a drug that will control roundworm infections.

Puppies will sometimes die with serious roundworm infections.

Modern monthly heartworm preventives also prevent roundworm infections and are highly recommend for all dogs and cats.

STEP ONE: THE WORM EGG DEVELOPS AN EMBRYO: Toxocara eggs are passed in the host's feces (if a fecal sample is tested, it is possible to detect the eggs and confirm roundworm infection).

Heavy roundworm infection can result in malnutrition.

Many heartworm preventive products contain medications that will treat roundworm infections.

Control of insects and rodents is important since they may serve as sources of roundworm infection for cats.

Signs of roundworm infection in dogs include weight loss, diarrhea, vomiting, malnutrition and weakness.

As published today in The Lancet, scientists found only a few eggs anywhere else around the remains or in the surrounding soil so they conclude that the eggs from his gut (see photo inset) came from a roundworm infection, not contamination of the soil.

Blackwell added that further research is necessary before there could be any practical use of this potential link between the roundworm infection and fertility.

Roundworm infection in children can cause blindness.

The prognosis of a roundworm infection is good if appropriate medication is given promptly.

As many as 10,000 cases of roundworm infection in humans have been reported in one year in the United States.

The major source of roundworm infection for kittens is the mother's milk.

Left untreated, a roundworm infection can lead to a pot - bellied appearance, pneumonia or intestinal obstruction.

I do not know for certain how the diagnosis of roundworm infection in a human is made.

Roundworm infection in people can cause «flu like» syndromes, with fever, liver enlargement, changes in the white blood cell count and differential and in some cases eye damage.

Toxocara infestation (roundworm infection) is another worm that is contagious to people.

These active ingredients make Iverhart Max effective at terminating tissue - stage heartworms for canine heartworm disease prevention, as well as treating and preventing tapeworm, hookworm, and roundworm infections.

Humans: In people, roundworm infections can have serious and unexpected consequences.

Trifexis ® Tablets for Dogs is a beef flavored monthly chewable that kills fleas, prevents heartworm disease, and treats and controls adult hookworm, whipworm and roundworm infections.

Some puppies may even die from roundworm infection.

Kittens are at highest risk for health concerns related to roundworm infection, but adult cats can be infected by ingesting eggs from infected feces or intermediate hosts such as earthworms or rodents.

Roundworm infection is called «ascariasis» and generally does not produce symptoms in adult cats.

Other symptoms of a roundworm infection include vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, weight loss or a distended belly.

Another major source of roundworm infection for puppies is the mother's milk.

Trifexis kills fleas and prevents flea infestations on dogs, treats and controls adult hookworm *, whipworm and roundworm infections, and prevents heartworm disease.

For more detailed information, refer to the separate handouts «Roundworm Infection in Cats», «Hookworm Infection in Cats», «Tapeworm Infection in Cats», and «Heartworm Infection in Cats».