See a healthcare professional for testing and diagnosis before starting any treatment
Take only prescribed antiparasitic medication if a parasite infection is confirmed
Follow the full medication course exactly as directed
Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water, especially after using the bathroom and before eating
Drink only safe, treated, or boiled water
Eat only properly cooked meat, fish, and seafood
Wash fruits and vegetables well before eating
Avoid raw or undercooked animal products
Keep nails short and clean
Shower regularly and change underwear daily
Wash bedding, towels, and clothing in hot water when appropriate
Clean and disinfect bathrooms and high-touch surfaces regularly
Deworm pets on a veterinarian’s schedule
Prevent reinfection by practicing safe food handling and hygiene
Seek urgent medical care for severe abdominal pain, blood in stool, dehydration, high fever, or weight loss