"Hookworm infestation" refers to a condition where a person's body has been infected by tiny worms called hookworms. These parasites can enter the body through the skin, usually from walking barefoot on contaminated ground. Once inside, they attach themselves to the intestines and start feeding on blood, which can cause symptoms like weakness, stomach pain, and anemia. Treatment is available to get rid of the hookworms and improve a person's health.
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Sentences with «hookworm infestation»
- Signs of hookworm infestation include lethargy, weakness, bloody diarrhea and weight loss. (vetinfo.com)
- Symptoms of hookworm infestation include pale lips, eyes and nostrils. (dogcare.dailypuppy.com)
- A severe hookworm infestation could kill a youn puppy within a couple of weeks due to the dramatic bloodloss and stress to his system. (raisingrascal.com)
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