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Could Stomach Ache And Diarrhea Be Due To Worms?

I We just found out our 4 month old puppy has worms. My 4 year old and this puppy are inseparable. And now today my child has a stomach ache and diarrhea. I am petrified that she has worms. Someone told me today that people can catch worms from puppies. Help I am freaking out.
Wed, 8 Oct 2014
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Hi...it is true that people can catch worms form puppies, it is called Echinococcosis and I suggest you get your kid examined by a pediatrician and rule it out.
Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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Could Stomach Ache And Diarrhea Be Due To Worms?

Hi...it is true that people can catch worms form puppies, it is called Echinococcosis and I suggest you get your kid examined by a pediatrician and rule it out. Regards - Dr. Sumanth