Botryocephalus

Bothriocephalosis is a parasitic disease caused by nematodes of the genus Bothriocephalus. These worms live in the intestines of animals and humans, where they can cause a variety of symptoms, including abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and other signs of intoxication.

The causative agents of bothriocephalosis are widespread in nature, but human infection occurs rarely. Infection occurs when eating raw or poorly processed meat containing parasite eggs. Infection can also occur through contact with contaminated soil or water.

Symptoms of bothriocephalosis can be different and depend on the degree of infection and the individual characteristics of the organism. Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, weakness and other symptoms of intoxication are usually observed. In severe cases, intestinal inflammation may develop, which can lead to death.

Anti-nematode drugs such as albendazole, levamisole and mebendazole are used to treat bothriocephalosis. Treatment is carried out under the supervision of a physician and should be carried out in accordance with the recommendations of a specialist.

Prevention of bothriocephalosis involves maintaining good hygiene, avoiding eating unpasteurized meat and other foods containing parasites, and regularly deworming pets.

Bothriocephalosis: what is it and what dangers can it pose?

Botryocephalosis is a parasitic invasion caused by the introduction of a pathogen into the body - Botryocoseus ambrosia. There are other types of parasites of this kind, so this disease is not specific and characterizes the possibility of the presence of infectious diseases of a different order in the human body.

**Pathogenesis** Infection with botrycephalosis occurs orally, as well as through transplacental and transsomatic penetration of parasites. Intrauterine infection is also possible. If women are affected, children may become infected during passage through the birth canal. Often the disease is asymptomatic, less often it is provoked by exophthalmos, pain in the epigastric region and dyspeptic disorders. The skin, musculoskeletal system, muscle tissue and lymphoid system are often affected.

Pathogens are in a state of suspended animation or