Worms are intestinal infections caused by various types of worms. The most common way to catch a worm is by drinking water or eating contaminated food. When the child has worms, they may complain of belly pain, cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, anemia, and fever.
When worms are not treated, they can cause complications as they prevent the body from taking advantage of the nutrients in the diet, leaving the child more vulnerable to infections and anemia due to a lack of iron.
To prevent the appearance of worms in the baby, it is necessary to take care of personal hygiene, home, and food. It is also important that the community fight for adequate sanitation conditions and a quality health service.
When the baby has symptoms of worms, the family needs to seek out a health service for proper treatment.
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