Significance of Helminthiasis
Helminthiasis refers to infestations and infections caused by parasitic worms, known as helminths, which significantly impact human health, particularly in tropical regions. This condition can lead to serious health issues, including malnutrition and anaemia, especially among children and those in impoverished conditions. Treatment options often include evacuative enemas and anthelmintic therapies. Helminthiasis poses major health challenges globally and underscores the need for effective remedies against these parasitic infestations in both humans and livestock.
Synonyms: Worm infection, Helminth infection, Parasitic infection, Intestinal worm infection
In Dutch: Helminthiasis; In Finnish: Helmintiaasi; In Spanish: Helmintiasis
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Hindu concept of 'Helminthiasis'
In Hinduism, Helminthiasis is seen as a health condition caused by parasitic worms, potentially addressed through the use of therapeutic evacuative enemas for purification and healing.
From: Charaka Samhita (English translation)
(1) A condition caused by parasitic worms, which may be treated with dedicated evacuative enemas.[1]