Ankylostomnaya Anemia

Hookworm anemia, also known as miner's anemia or Egyptian chlorosis, is a common disease in developing countries caused by parasitic worms of the genus Ankylostoma. These worms live in the human intestines and feed on his blood, which leads to a decrease in the amount of hemoglobin in the blood and the development of anemia.

Symptoms of hookworm anemia include weakness, fatigue, dizziness, shortness of breath, pale skin and mucous membranes, and increased sensitivity to cold. In severe cases, heart failure and edema may develop.

The diagnosis of hookworm anemia is made on the basis of a blood test, which shows a decrease in the amount of hemoglobin and red blood cells. A standard fecal test may be performed to determine the presence of parasitic worms.

Treatment for hookworm anemia involves the use of antiparasitic medications such as mebendazole or albendazole, which kill parasitic worms in the intestines. To restore hemoglobin levels in the blood, iron-containing therapy may be prescribed, and an increase in dietary iron intake is recommended.

Prevention of hookworm anemia includes practicing good hygiene, such as washing hands and vegetables before eating, and wearing safety shoes on dirty surfaces. It is also important to avoid contact with contaminated water and soil resources.

In general, hookworm anemia is a serious health problem in developing countries, especially among people working in agriculture or mining. Regular preventive measures and timely treatment can help prevent the development of this disease and reduce its prevalence.

Ankylostomosis anemia (lat. Ankylostomosis) is a disease that is caused by the parasite Ankylososoma duodenale, which affects the intestines and other human organs.

Symptoms of hookworm anemia appear at a high level of infection (at the blastema stage) and depend on the severity of parasite infestation, as well as on the person’s health status and the presence of chronic diseases. The disorder may manifest itself as a chronic gastrointestinal disease. Symptoms manifest themselves as intestinal bleeding in combination with inflammatory processes in the stomach. This disease brings people a lot of health problems and has a rather bad effect on the quality of life. This is one of the main causes of iron deficiency anemia. As a result, there is a possible risk of infectious diseases due to disruption of the immune system. The infection leads to a deterioration in the absorption of vitamins and microelements from food, thereby causing a number of different gastrointestinal diseases. The causative agent of this infection is a parasite belonging to roundworms. These worms are the main cause of many effects that affect human health. This disease has now affected much of the globe and poses a serious threat to the health of people and animals living in contaminated areas. The disease is now widespread in countries where modern sanitation does not exist. Getting rid of this parasite is not so easy, because it hides very well and is able to adapt very quickly to unfavorable environmental conditions. It is believed that this form of anemia has affected about two billion people living in developing countries over the past few decades.