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Toxocariasis - NHS Choices
Toxocariasis - NHS Choices
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Toxocariasis
Introduction
http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Toxocariasis/Pages/Introduction.aspx
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Why it happens
The roundworm parasites responsible for toxocariasis (called Toxocara) live in the digestive system of dogs, foxes and cats. The worms produce eggs, which are released in the faeces of infected animals and contaminate soil. If small particles of contaminated soil get into someone's mouth, they may develop toxocariasis. It's not possible for someone with toxocariasis to pass it directly to another person. Read more about the causes of toxocariasis.
http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Toxocariasis/Pages/Introduction.aspx
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