Trådormer (Strongyloides stercoralis) er små tarmparasitter som forårsaker strongyloidiasis. De kan være uten symptomer eller føre til en rekke plager, inkludert magesmerter, diaré og i alvorlige tilfeller malabsorpsjon. Smitte skjer gjennom hudkontakt med forurenset jord. Disse ormene er bemerkelsesverdige for sin evne til å formere seg inne i verten, noe som kan resultere i vedvarende, langvarige infeksjoner.
They occur worldwide, with higher prevalence in tropical and subtropical regions. In some communities, infection rates can be very high. Most common in warm, moist climates where direct contact with contaminated soil is frequent.
Ivermectin or albendazole are effective treatments. Addressing hygiene and environmental sanitation is crucial for controlling spread.
Wearing shoes and avoiding direct contact with soil that may be contaminated can prevent infection. Improved sanitation and hygiene practices also reduce the risk of spread.