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What Does Hymenolepis Presence In Stool Indicate?

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Posted on Sat, 11 Jun 2016
Question: What does hymenolepis present in stool indicate. Also vegetable cells present in stool
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Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
It indicates worm infestation. Needs treatment.

Detailed Answer:
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Hymenoleptis is a type of tapeworm and its presence in stool indicates worm infestation of the intestine. Undigested vegetable matter can be present alongwith. Proper deworming is needed with agents like albendazole.

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What Does Hymenolepis Presence In Stool Indicate?

Brief Answer: It indicates worm infestation. Needs treatment. Detailed Answer: Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic. Hymenoleptis is a type of tapeworm and its presence in stool indicates worm infestation of the intestine. Undigested vegetable matter can be present alongwith. Proper deworming is needed with agents like albendazole. Regards