Disease

People infected with Ascaris often show no symptoms, regardless of the species of worm. If symptoms do occur they can be light and include abdominal discomfort. Heavy infections can cause intestinal blockage and impair growth in children. Other symptoms such as cough are due to migration of the worms through the body. Ascariasis is treatable with medication prescribed by your health care provider.

Page last reviewed: February 8, 2018