Question

List the symptoms of Ascariasis. How does a healthy person acquire this infection?

Answer 1

Symptoms of Ascariasis:

(i) Abdominal discomfort

(ii) Colic pain

(iii) Fever

(iv) Indigestion

(v) Diarrhoea

(vi) Vomiting

A healthy human being may acquire this infection directly and orally. It can occur through contaminated water, vegetables and fruits.