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“...Both are parasites of rats that can infect humans...”
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“Destructive to parasites.”
Ascarid
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“Large, heavy-bodied roundworms parasitic in the human intestine.”
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“...Ticks can carry a parasite called Babesia microti that attacks the red blood cells of many animals, including man...”
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Having had a splenectomy
“...The offending parasite in these cases have been either B. divergens or B. major, to which humans (with spleens intact) are thought to be naturally resistant...”
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“...Especially when used with psyllium, the bentonite will absorb anything of nutritional value such as herbs, friendly bacteria, and vitamins, as well as toxins, bad bacteria and parasites. Be sure to wait at least one hour after doing a bentonite shake before taking anything nutritional...”
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“...Most of these herbs have been used in the treatment of gastrointestinal infections, intestinal parasites, and diarrhea.”
...the condition
“...People with chronic inflammatory processes such as ulcerative colitis or parasitic infections of the bile ducts, or with congenital abnormalities of the bile ducts are at higher risk for developing this cancer...”
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“Blastocystosis is the name given to infection with Blastocystis hominis, a common microscopic parasitic organism found throughout the world...”
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Oil of Oregano
“One study investigated the use of oregano oil in the treatment of GI parasites in 14 adult patients...”
...the condition
“...Pregnancy, during which blood clots more easily; Birth control pill use; Inflammatory bowel disease; Parasite infection near the hepatic veins; Liver cancer; Kidney cancer; Infection; Liver trauma; Immunosuppressive drug use; Connective tissue disorders; Phlebitis; Behcet's Disease; Tuberculosis; Not...”
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“Also called American trypanosomiasis, Chagas disease is an infection caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi...”
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“...it is also used as an anodyne (pain reliever), aperitif (appetite stimulator), a digestive, carminative (helps gas to be expelled from stomach and intestines), and vermifuge (expels worms and other parasites from the intestinal tract), diuretic, and emmenagogue (stimulates menstrual flow)...”
...the condition
“...The immune dysfunction may result in recurrent infections, often with normally non-pathogenic organisms such as Candida albicans or bowel parasites. Treat any bowel infections or imbalances and any sinusitis or nasal congestion...”
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Immune System Imbalance (TH2 Dominance)
“...This means they over-respond to toxins, allergens, normal bacteria and parasites, and under-respond to viruses, yeast, cancer and intracellular bacteria.”
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“...Severe reactions to prescription drugs, prolonged exposure to environmental toxins, the parasitic infection schistosomiasis, and repeated bouts of heart failure with liver congestion can each lead to cirrhosis...”
...the condition
“...Macrophages in the spleen rid the blood of certain parasites and bacteria...”
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“...The parasite is able to survive outside the host for long periods of time due to its protective outer shell, this makes it also extremely tolerant to chlorine disinfection...”
...the condition
“...Some cysts that form in the adrenal glands are caused by bacterial infections or by parasites. Most cysts are benign and caused by plugged ducts or other outlets of bodily secretions which cause a fluid build-up...”
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“...food allergies, compromised local immunity, Leaky Gut Syndrome (intestinal permeability), intestinal inflammation, impaired nerve function and diminished peristalsis causing constipation, and parasitic and bacterial infections...”
...the condition
“...There are many different causes, including drugs and chemicals; infection with viruses, bacteria, or parasites; certain foods; stress; tumors; and chronic disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, and malabsorption syndromes...”
...the condition
“...The diarrhea typical of dysentery is caused by an inflammation of the colon due to infection by one of a number of organisms, including bacteria, parasites and viruses...”
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“An inflammatory disorder of the lower intestinal tract, usually caused by a bacterial, parasitic, or protozoan infection and resulting in pain, fever, and severe diarrhea, often accompanied by the passage of blood and mucus.”
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“...Parasitic Causes of Encephalitis Raccoon roundworm (Baylisascaris procyonis) is a large parasitic worm that lives in the intestines of raccoons...”
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“...Splenomegaly Since the spleen is involved in so many bodily functions, it is vulnerable to a wide range of disorders involving the blood or lymph system, infection, malignancies, liver disease, or parasites. An enlarged spleen is indicative of an underlying medical condition...”
...the condition
“...Although many people worldwide harbor this organism, only about 10% develop clinically-invasive disease and thus the parasite exhibits two very differing clinical presentations...”
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“...Chemical sensitivity can develop after a massive chemical exposure, after specific non-chemical events such as massive trauma or surgery, after severe infections (viral, bacterial, parasitic) or with no identifiable cause...”
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“The eosinophils, ordinarily about 2% of the granulocyte count (60 to 75% of the white blood cells), increase in number in the presence of allergic disorders and parasitic infestations.”
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“...Other people may have sweating as a symptom of known medical conditions, such as ... parasites...”
...the condition
“...Infectious organisms such as bacteria (for example Campylobacter, Salmonella, Listeria, Clostridium botulinum or Escherichia coli – E. coli), viruses (for example the norovirus) and parasites, or their toxic wastes, are the most common causes of food poisoning...”
...the condition
“...Food poisoning, stress, excessive alcohol or tobacco use, viral infections, food allergies, improper diet, certain drugs, food consumed in foreign countries and intestinal parasites are all possible causes for this condition...”
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“Gastrointestinal tract inflammation; characterized by abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting; which may be caused by bacteria, parasites or a virus.”
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Unexplained nausea
“...Bacterial, viral, and parasitic pathogens cause this illness which is characterized by diarrhea and/or vomiting...”
...the condition
“Giardiasis is a diarrheal illness caused by Giardia intestinalis (also known as Giardia lamblia), a one-celled, microscopic protozoan parasite that lives in the intestine of people and animals...”
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Garlic
“...Whole garlic extract demonstrated an I[C.sub.50] (the concentration that inhibits growth of parasites by 50%) of 0.3mg/ml, while the allicin breakdown products diallyl disulfide, diallyl sulfide, and allyl mercaptan demonstrated I[C.sub.50] values of 0.1mg/ml, 1.3mg/ml, and 0.037mg/ml...”
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Berberine-containing Herbs
“...Metronidazole-treated patients were 100% parasite free, and patients on placebo had a 25% reduction in Giardia-positive stools...”
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“...Highly active against protozoa, bacteria, yeast and some viruses, it has been used for quite some time in the treatment of parasitic infections...”
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“The general term given to an intestinal parasite.”
Helminthiasis
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“Diseased state due to intestinal parasites such as nematodes, cestodes, trematodes, and acanthocephalans.”
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“...May be caused by a bacterial or viral infection, parasitic infestation, alcohol, drugs, toxins or transfusion of incompatible blood...”
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“...Lastly, HCl plays an important role in killing pathogenic bacteria, parasites, and yeast that are normally present in food, thus preventing infection and disease since most organisms that are ingested are destroyed by an adequately acid environment...”
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“...There are at least three possible causes or contributing factors ... Virii, bacteria, mycoplasmas, and/or parasites activate certain antibodies in the immune system that trigger the production of thrombin, generate SFM and result in fibrin deposits...”
...the condition
“...Parasites or bacteria such as Giardia or H. Pylori...”
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“...An excess of calcium or intestinal parasites such as hookworm is believed to reduce absorption of iron...”
...the condition
“...Cirrhosis may be caused by alcohol abuse, certain drugs and other chemicals, and certain viruses or parasites. About 5% of people with cirrhosis develop liver cancer...”
...the condition
“...Low CD4+ T-cell counts (CD4 counts) are associated with a variety of conditions, including many viral infections, bacterial infections, parasitic infections, sepsis, tuberculosis, coccidioidomycosis, burns, trauma, intravenous injections of foreign proteins, malnutrition, over-exercising, pregnancy, normal daily variation...”
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“...Neutropenia can occur in acute bacterial infections, viral infections, rickettsia disease, some parasite injections, aplastic and pernicious anemia, acute lymphoblastic leukemia, some hormone imbalances and anaphylactic shock.”
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“...reported to improve through improved lymphatic drainage: Allergies, prostatitis, chronic sinusitis, heart disease, eczema and other skin conditions, fibrocystic disease, chronic fatigue, repetitive parasitic infections, MS, edema, lupus erythematosis, inflammation, high blood pressure, bacterial infections, viral infections, puffy eyes, low back pain, cancer, ear or balance problems, arthritis...”
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“Malaria is a serious and sometimes fatal disease caused by a parasite. It is the world's number one parasitic killer affecting some 2 million people every year and in areas of rural Africa, one in twenty children under the age of five are killed by this...”
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“Stool (feces) is an important body substance to check for the presence of disease-causing microorganisms, particularly parasites and bacteria...”
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“...An increased percentage of monocytes may indicate ... Parasitic infection...”
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“...Myocarditis may be a complication during or after various viral, bacterial, or parasitic infectious diseases, such as polio, influenza, rubella or rheumatic fever...”
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“...Small portions of leaves mixed with regular feed seem to affect intestinal parasites in livestock...”
...the condition
“...However, patients with neutropenia are not at increased risk for parasitic and viral infections...”
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“...The leaves have been ingested in remedies for arthritis, digestive problems, parasites, and dysentery (severe infection of the lower digestive tract characterized by acute diarrhea and dehydration)...”
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“...treatment of the common cold, flu, chronic fatigue, cold sores (herpes), possibly HIV, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, ear infections, eye infections, nose and throat infections, impetigo, pink eye, parasites, and a host of bacterial, viral, yeast and fungal infections...”
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“...The cells in the body that fight infection (known as granulocytes) produce hydrogen peroxide as a first line of defense against invading organisms like parasites, virii, bacteria and yeast...”
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“Parasite Cleansing generally involves a program of herbal nutrition and other procedures to rid the body of unwanted parasites...”
...the condition
“Intestinal parasites are micro-organisms that live in the intestines...”
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Bacterial Dysbiosis
“Small bowel parasites may predispose a person to bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine.”
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Test for Parasites
“Many types of parasite do not show up on tests because most labs only test for a limited number of strains (for example, 50) whereas there are over 1,000 that can affect humans...”
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Zinc
“Tissue damaged by intestinal parasites demonstrates an enhanced recovery rate with adequate zinc intake.”
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Parasite Cleanse
“If you suspect parasites, you may simply have to confirm this by taking an anti-parasite cleanse.”
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Black Walnut
“A common natural remedy for flushing parasites out of one's system is a blend of 3 herbs: Black walnut (green hull) tincture, wormwood capsules, and fresh ground cloves (to kill the parasites' eggs).”
...as a treatment
“...Bruised leaves were used to treat tumors, insect bites, lice and skin parasites, and contusions...”
...the condition
“...Pinworms (Enterobius vermicularis) may be the most prevalent worm parasite in the United States and Europe...”
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“Small intestinal parasitic worms that infect mainly children but which are also common in families with children...”
...the condition
“Being underweight in a third world country usually means being poorly nourished and/or infected with parasites. In developed countries, the underweight person is more likely to have a higher metabolism, fewer fat cells, "lean genes" or just not care about food...”
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Test for Parasites
“Unusual weight loss may be associated with the presence of parasites, especially after recent foreign travel.”
...as a treatment
“...From 1863 to 1936, the United States Pharmacopoeia listed pumpkin seeds as a treatment for intestinal parasites. Coarsely ground Pumpkin Seed is the usual preparation...”
...the condition
“...Infestations: Some skin rashes are caused by tiny parasites such as lice and mites...”
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MSM (Methyl Sulfonyl Methane)
“Clinical testing suggests MSM has activity against a variety of parasites, including roundworms...”
...as a treatment
“...system or cause; they include expertise in infections of any type (such as sinuses, heart, brain, lungs, urinary tract, bowel, bones or pelvic organs) and any cause (bacterial, viral, fungal or parasitic). Along with this knowledge comes a particular insight into the use of antibiotics and their potential adverse effects...”
...as a treatment
“...Detecting the presence of parasites, such as pinworms or Giardia lamblia...”
Strongyloid
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“Nematode parasite.”
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“...These parasites are found in hot, humid areas and usually produce no symptoms although there may be mild skin and abdominal symptoms in few cases; hives (urticaria) is seen usually in the buttocks and...”
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“Strongyloides stercoralis is the threadworm parasite of man. There are about 38 species of threadworms found in sheep, swine, goat, ox, deer, camel, rabbit, primates, dogs, and cats...”
...the condition
“...Below are the main reasons behind miscarriages; some women will have multiple reasons ... Infections cause about 1% of cases and include bacterial, viral, parasitic, fungal, or those acquired through sexually transmitted diseases...”
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“...Flat in cross-section, tapeworms are highly specialized parasites: many of their organ systems have disappeared in their millions of years of parasitic existence, and there is no free-living organism which even closely resembles them...”
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Vitamin B12 Requirement
“Large parasites like the beef tapeworm compete with us for nutrients by robbing us of micronutrients (such as vitamins) before they get to the things we don't really need.”
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“Many symptoms of a parasitic infection are similar to other illnesses, making it particularly important to test for parasites for proper diagnosis and treatment...”
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“...Herbalists prescribe thuja for the following ... As a parasiticide – against parasites...”
Tick-Borne Disease
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“...Ticks are small 8-legged parasitic insects that attach themselves to animals, burrow into skin, and live off blood.”
...the condition
“Toxoplasmosis is infection by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, almost always caused by contact with cats...”
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“...Trichinosis is a foodborne disease caused by a microscopic parasite. It is an excruciatingly painful disease that is among the most dreaded of human afflictions...”
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“...It is caused by a parasite that thrives in the vaginal environment, usually transmitted by sexual contact but also in warm moist environments such as hot tubs...”
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“Trichomoniasis is a sexually-transmitted infection caused by the single-cell protozoan parasite Trichomonas vaginalis...”
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“...Small Bowel, Colon, Rectal, Anal; Retroperitoneal Tumor (very rare); Foreign body in the urethra; Urethral stones (stones that have become stuck after leaving the bladder); Schistosomiasis (parasitic worm infection) of the urinary tract; Cystitis (bladder inflammation); Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) or Varicella-Zoster Virus (VZV) infection; Periurethral Abscess; Side-effects of...”
...the condition
“...It is caused by a single-celled protozoan parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis...”
...the condition
“...The immune system is composed of many interdependent cell types that collectively protect the body from bacterial, parasitic, fungal and viral infections, as well as from the growth of tumor cells...”
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“An intestinal parasitic worm, approximately 1.5 inches (4cm) in length...”
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“...For a detailed use of several herbs in an parasite cleansing program, see the link between Parasite Infection and Black Walnut...”
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Parasite Infection
“Intestinal parasites such as worms destroy friendly bacteria in the gut, making yeast overgrowth possible...”
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Grapefruit Seed Extract
“...Leo Galland, who prescribes it for chronic candidiasis, has reported treatment failure in fewer than 1% of cases, and considers it to be "a major therapeutic breakthrough for patients with chronic parasitic and yeast infections...”