The goals of treatment are to:
Parasite-killing medications such as albendazole, mebendazole or, pyrantel pamoate are usually prescribed. Ivermectin, used for other worm infections, does not work for hookworm infections.
Symptoms and complications of anemia are treated as they arise. The doctor will likely recommend increasing the amount of protein in your diet.
Complete recovery occurs if treatment is given before serious complications develop. The infection is easily eradicated with treatment.
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if symptoms of hookworm infection develop.
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