What kills the parasites that live inside human body?

Most parasites that live in the human body (indeed in any host) are very unlikely to be killed by the body itself. That’s why we must resort to drugs or other artificial means to limit or eliminate parasites. Successful parasites have evolved over very long periods to be able to control or “blind” the immune systems of their hosts. read more

Either species of tapeworm can grow up to twelve feet and live inside of a human host for several years. Advertisement Tapeworms can cause a variety of health problems, including seizures, obscured or blurry vision, and a swelling of the brain if larvae move to that region. read more

A parasite is an organism that depends on another organism -- a host -- to live. While your mind may wander to a relative who always needs a favor (or a loan), we're talking about the non-human kind. Worms, amoebas and the like. There are a few types of parasites that cause disease in humans. read more

Most parasites that live in the human body (indeed in any host) are very unlikely to be killed by the body itself. That’s why we must resort to drugs or other artificial means to limit or eliminate parasites. read more

Ivermectin interferes with a parasite's neurotransmitters, paralyzing the invaders indiscriminately, and eventually leading to death. Unfortunately, Ivermectin does not work against tapeworms, but the drug's method of action allows it to eliminate most intestinal worms, as well as external parasites like scabies and lice. read more

There are a few types of parasites that cause disease in humans. Some make a home inside you, such as trichinella spiralis, the roundworm normally contracted from eating raw or undercooked pork that causes trichinosis infections. Others are exterior pests, such as a flea sucking your blood. read more