The ingested eggs hatch and the whipworm embeds in the mucus membrane. The worms live in the large intestine, predominantly in the cecum and appendix, but they may infest the colon also.
Light infestations cause few symptoms.
Heavy infestations may result in bloody, mucous-like diarrhea . Whipworm infection is one of the diseases that may be associated with rectal prolapse . The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. Inc. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited.