How do medications treat parasitic infections?

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Medications treat parasitic infections by killing or rendering harmless the parasites that have invaded the body. Medications may also treat other symptoms of the condition, such as the use of antibiotics to treat secondary infections. A single medication or a combination may be used, depending on the type of infection.

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Parasitic Infections

Parasitic infections begin when a person comes into contact with a disease-causing parasite like tapeworms, roundworms. You can contract these types of infections through contact with contaminated food, soil or water, often in tropical regions. Symptoms of parasitic infections can include digestive problems, irritability, chronic fatigue, acne, rashes, sleep problems, anemia, muscle cramps, allergies and headaches. While there is no vaccine, treatment for parasites can include medications or topical applications.

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