what happens if a human gets worms
These worms enter the human host usually through the skin. More often than not, the infestation occurs from the person walking through contaminated soil with bare feet. A rash with incredible itching will be noticed at the site of entry. The person can experience diarrhea, weight loss and anemia.
Threadworms are small, white worms that infect the intestines of humans. They are between 2 millimetres to 13 millimetres long and look like a piece of cotton thread, hence the name. They are sometimes known as pinworms. They are the most common worm parasite in children in the UK, affecting up to half of all under 10s.