Where are adult whipworms found? - ProProfs Discuss
Advertisement

Where are adult whipworms found?

Where are adult whipworms found?

Change Image    Delete



Asked by OBrienEE, Last updated: Nov 19, 2024

+ Answer
Request
Question menu
Vote up Vote down

2 Answers

i.Rubiny

i.Rubiny

i.Rubiny
I.Rubiny

Answered Oct 04, 2017

Adult whipworms are found in the large intestine. Infection occurs through ingestion of eggs and is more common in warmer areas. Whipworms eggs are passed in the feces of infected persons, and if an infected person defecates outside or if untreated human feces as used as fertilizer, eggs are deposited on soil where they can mature into an infective stage.

Ingestion of these eggs "can happen when hands or fingers that have contaminated dirt on them are put in the mouth or by consuming vegetables or fruits that have not been carefully cooked, washed or peeled." The eggs hatch in the small intestine, and then move into the wall of the small intestine and develop.

upvote downvote
Reply 

OBrienEE

OBrienEE

OBrienEE
OBrienEE

Answered Aug 28, 2017

Large intestine
upvote downvote
Reply 

Advertisement
Advertisement
Search for Google images Google Image Icon
Select a recommended image
Upload from your computer Loader
Image Preview
Search for Google images Google Image Icon
Select a recommended image
Upload from your computer Loader
Image Preview
Search for Google images Google Image Icon
Select a recommended image
Upload from your computer Loader

Email Sent
We have sent an email to your address "" with instructions to reset your password.