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Hook Worms: Lisa Hidayati, SKM, Msi
Hook Worms: Lisa Hidayati, SKM, Msi
Hook Worms: Lisa Hidayati, SKM, Msi
Chitinous
teeth plates
Ancylostoma duodenale
1-Invasion stage:
The skin, at the site of entry of filariform larva
Maculopapular lesions “ ground itch” or “dew itch”
Itching, edema.
3) Toxic substances .
-intestinal ulcers: flatulence, nausea, vomiting ,diarrhea.
Feeding hookworms
▫ Mebendazole
500 mg single dose in adults and children
Not recommended for children below 2 years old