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Hookworm Infections : Treatments

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Treatments could include:
The goals of treatment are to:Cure the infectionTreat complications of anemiaImprove nutritionParasite-killing medications such as albendazole, mebendazole or, pyrantel pamoate are usually prescribed. Ivermectin, used for other worm infections, d...
Source:ADAM
Date:September 28, 2008
Minor infections are often left untreated, especially in areas where hookworm is very common. If treatment is required, the doctor will prescribe a three-day dose of medication.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
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