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Worms problem
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I have been suffering from worms issue and took ALBENDAZOL 400mg. Even if it seems better for initial days, problem still continues. Please suggest a better option.
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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9 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
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Dr. Najeeb T
General Practitioner
9 yrs exp
Malappuram
If a worm problem has not subsided after taking albendazole, there could be several reasons for this:Incorrect
Diagnosis: The issue might not have been caused by the type of worms that albendazole targets. Different worms require different treatments, so it's possible that a different medication might be needed.
Resistance: Like many medications, parasites can develop resistance to albendazole over time. If the parasites are resistant to the medication, it may not be effective in treating the infection.
Inadequate Dosage or Duration: It's important to take the medication as prescribed by a healthcare professional. If the dosage was insufficient or the treatment duration was too short, the infection might not have been fully cleared.
Reinfection: If the source of the infection is not addressed (such as contaminated food, water, or poor hygiene practices), you could become reinfected even after treatment.
Underlying Health Conditions: Some health conditions can weaken the immune system and make it harder for the body to fight off infections, including worm infections.
Mixed Infections: Sometimes, multiple types of parasites might be causing the issue, and albendazole might not be effective against all of them.
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Dr. Neha Raut
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9 yrs exp
Pune
Kindly connect
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Dr. Rashmi Wadhwa
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37 yrs exp
Delhi
Bandy plus at night once
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Dr. Jaswanth Sowmya Thalathoti
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8 yrs exp
Guntur
Take one more tablet after 15 days from the 1 st dose
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Dr. Vinod Kumar Verma
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Gurgaon
According to your sign and symptom you are suffering from worm infestation.
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Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment.
Health Tips
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take less spicy and fatty foods and
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Do yoga and meditation and
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Dr. Bijli Nanda
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7 yrs exp
Noida
Need to repeat dose in 15 days
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Dr. Mounica Yarra
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8 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Consult for better evaluation
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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