The threadworm infection cycle begins when immature larvae excreted in the host poop develop into larvae. The infective larvae then crawl off the poop and into the soil to search for a host to infect.

Threadworms get into the body through the skin ... issues like diarrhea and abdominal pain to changes in stool appearance. You may also see parts of a worm in your stool or changes in stool ...

While some infestations show obvious symptoms, others can go unnoticed for years, leading to chronic health problems. If you experience any of the following signs, it may be time to deworm: ...

IT turns out there’s more to your bum than meets the eye – and we’re not just talking about those backsides hitting the headlines. Whether it’s Kim Kardashian’s ‘internet-breaking’ derrière ...

At a shocking 20 centimeters (8 inches) long and 5 centimeters (2 inches) wide, this coprolite is the largest intact piece of ...

Finding blood in your stool can be an alarming experience, and medical experts emphasize that this symptom deserves immediate attention. While some causes may be manageable with simple treatments ...

The Human Virome Program will analyze samples from thousands of volunteers in an effort to understand how viruses affect ...

The Adams County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is looking for donations and supplies after taking in dozens of dogs found in a feces-filled Gettysburg-area home this month.

MINNEAPOLIS — Flu expert says bird flu virus may be spread by infected feces blowing in the wind. Dr. Michael Osterholm is a medical detective and Director of the Center for Infectious Disease ...

Severe burning sensations and confusion were later attributed to rat lungworm, which is often transmitted through snails and slugs, a case study revealed.