Haemonchus Contortus

Haemonchus contortus is a species of helminth in the family Trichostrongylidae. They are obligate herbivore hosts and can be found throughout the soil and on plants. The causative agent of this type of helminth in humans is hemonchosis.

Haemonchus contortus is considered one of the most common helminthic diseases affecting herbivores. They can infect a wide range of animals, including cattle, sheep, goats, pigs and horses. Infection occurs through the mouth when animals eat contaminated food or water.

In humans, hemonchosis can be caused by contact with contaminated soil or plants. It can also be transmitted through meat that has been undercooked and contains helminth larvae.

Symptoms of hemonchosis may include weight loss, anemia, weakness and abdominal pain. In children, it can lead to delayed growth and development. Treatment for this disease involves the use of medications such as piperazine or metronidazole.

Overall, hemonchosis is a serious disease that can lead to serious consequences for the health of animals and people. Therefore, it is important to take measures to prevent infection and treat this disease.



Haemonchus contra-tus is a species of helminth of the family Trichostron-gylidae (nematode worms) of the class of roundworms. It is a parasite that mainly affects herbivores such as cattle and sheep. This type of parasitic worm is classified as a geohelminth, which means that it lives in soil or soil and can spread to other animal organisms. Haemon-chus contor-tus poses a threat to human and animal health worldwide.

Haemonchus contortus is the most common helminth in humans, causing a disease known as Haemochosis. Infection with this type of helminth can occur through contact with contaminated foods (vegetables and fruits), as well as through contact with infected animals and feces that contain cysts containing worms and eggs.

Adults parasitize primarily in the intestinal lumen, and in later stages - in its wall. The main symptoms of Haemonchus controtus infection are abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, weight loss, weakness and general malaise (especially after heavy or prolonged bleeding). In some cases, infected people may become cannibalistic or aggressive due to the stress caused by the worms.

It has been described in the literature that helminths cannot be removed from human bodies without the use of special instruments and even in medical institutions with an endoscope. Complications associated with Haemonchus contortus not only cause pain and discomfort, but also have serious consequences for the health and quality of life of patients. In addition, this disease can lead to decreased immunity and increased susceptibility to other types of diseases, which can complicate the course of the disease and complicate the treatment process. With late diagnosis of hemonchosis, the development of a malignant tumor is possible, which can even lead to death.