Treatment of giardiasis in adults

Giardiasis in adults is not as common as in children. This pathology is caused by protozoan parasites (lamblia), affecting primarily the small intestine. In some cases, the pathogens of the disease are detected in the gallbladder.

It should be noted that infection with Giardia is considered the cause of the development of other acute intestinal disorders in more than 20% of cases.

The main way of infection is water. In the body lyamblii penetrate, usually through the mouth. Reproduction of them in the body occurs quickly enough (approximately every nine to twelve hours). An adult has about eighteen billion cysts per day. Cysta - capsule of the pathogen, covered with a dense shell, protecting from external influences. All these forms are allocated every tenth day.

It should be noted that cysts are resistant to alkalis, acids, substances containing active chlorine. To neutralize them completely is possible only in the process of boiling.

Penetrating into the body, the cysts develop suckers, through which bacteria attach to the walls of the intestine.

In some cases, the treatment of giardiasis in adults is not required, since the disease can disappear on its own six weeks after the infection. This occurs only if the immune system and the intestinal mucosa are in good condition.

In many cases, giardiasis is asymptomatic for quite a long time (up to several years). The presence of a parasite in the body of a perfectly healthy person is practically not noticed. This fact is in many cases the cause of the neglected state of pathology.

At the time of manifestation of the expressed signs, the disease passes into a serious stage. In this case, the treatment of giardiasis in adults is associated with some difficulties.

The neglected form of the disease indicates the disorders of the immune system. Therefore, effective treatment of Giardiasis should include a set of therapeutic measures. In case of infection, and especially with the advanced stage of the disease, it is necessary to consult a doctor.

Many patients try to conduct self-treatment. Such tactics, as a rule, not only do not relieve the disease, but also provoke the development of negative consequences.

Along with this, undoubtedly, there are very effective folk remedies. However, this should be done only after consulting a specialist.

Among diseases that complicate the treatment of giardiasis in adults, it should be noted dysbacteriosis (imbalance in the intestinal microflora).

According to experts, the most effective therapeutic measures during the exacerbation of pathology.

Treatment of giardiasis in adults involves the appointment of Furozolidone or Metronidazole or one-day application of Acrychin every six hours.

In addition, an integral part of effective therapy is diet. In the diet it is recommended to include apples, rice porridge, blueberries, carrots, sour-milk products. The diet for giardiasis in adults and children implies a restriction in sweet. This is due to the fact that it is in a sweet environment that pathogens (lamblia) multiply very quickly. In this case, the acidic environment acts on them fatal. In addition, the consumption of flour products should be reduced.

To prevent the transition of the disease to a more severe, neglected stage, it is necessary to follow the doctor's instructions clearly.

It should be noted that most often adults become infected from children. Therefore, preventive measures, such as teaching children hygiene rules, regular check-ups, are of great importance.