Parasitic worm
Parasitic worm
Parasitic worms, also known as helminths (== Template:IPA ==
The Template:IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) is a system of phonetic notation based primarily on the Latin alphabet. It was devised by the International Phonetic Association in the late 19th century as a standardized representation of the sounds of spoken language.
Pronunciation
The pronunciation of the term "IPA" is /aɪ piː eɪ/ in English.
Etymology
The term "IPA" is an acronym for the International Phonetic Alphabet. The International Phonetic Association, founded in 1886, created the IPA to provide a single, universal system for the transcription of spoken language.
Related Terms
- Phonetic notation: A system used to visually represent the sounds of speech. The IPA is one type of phonetic notation.
- Phonetics: The study of the physical sounds of human speech. It is concerned with the physical properties of speech sounds (phonemes), and the processes of their physiological production, auditory reception, and neurophysiological perception.
- Phonology: The study of the way sounds function within a particular language or languages. While phonetics concerns the physical production, acoustic transmission and perception of the sounds of speech, phonology describes the way sounds function within a particular language or languages.
- Transcription (linguistics): The systematic representation of spoken language in written form. The source of the words transcribe and transcription, the term means "to write across" in Latin, and it's the process of converting spoken language into written form. In linguistics, this is often done using the IPA.
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polski), are large macro-parasites, which as adults can generally be seen with the naked eye. They are often transmitted via contaminated food, water, soil, or through the use of certain vectors.
Etymology
The term "helminth" comes from the Greek word 'helmins' (ἕλμινς), which means worm. The term "parasitic" is derived from the Greek word 'parasitos' (παράσιτος), meaning "one who eats at the table of another" and hence, "parasite".
Types of Parasitic Worms
There are three main types of parasitic worms:
1. Roundworms (Nematoda): These are cylindrical in shape and include species such as the hookworm, pinworm, and ascaris.
2. Flatworms (Platyhelminthes): These include species such as the tapeworm and fluke.
3. Thorny-headed worms (Acanthocephala): These are less common and are characterized by their spiny heads.
Life Cycle
The life cycle of a parasitic worm involves several stages, from egg to adult. The exact stages can vary depending on the species of worm, but generally include an egg stage, several larval stages, and an adult stage. The worms can live in the host's body for several years, causing various health problems.
Symptoms and Treatment
Symptoms of parasitic worm infection can vary greatly depending on the type of worm and the location of the infection. Common symptoms can include abdominal pain, diarrhea, weight loss, and fatigue. Treatment typically involves antiparasitic medication.
Prevention
Prevention of parasitic worm infections involves good hygiene practices, such as washing hands regularly, cooking food thoroughly, and avoiding contaminated water sources.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Parasitic worm
- Wikipedia's article - Parasitic worm
This WikiMD article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski