Will I see tapeworm's segments again after giving my kitten the first treatment? How about flea?
Q. I just found out that the 8 weeks kitten I adopted from shelter has tapeworm. I gave her the first oral treatment from vet. Will the tapeworm be killed right away? Will I see the rice-like worm segments again? Also, my kitten has tapeworm, does that mean she has flea too? I haven't seen any flea yet, but do I need to give her any flea control medicine?
Asked by thisisyao - Mon Aug 25 04:56:35 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Yes, she has fleas too. The most common way for a cat to get intestinal tape worms is from eating a FLEA (a host) that has eaten a tapeworm egg. The host animal has to be eaten. The most common way for a cat to (or human) to get tapeworms is to ingest the host (flea that has ingested a tapeworm egg)... not just the egg. The flea eating the egg activates the egg... which then hatches in your cat's intestine after the cat ingests the flea. Tape worm eggs do not activate to become larvae until they are eaten by a host, and then that larvae must again be swallowed to become a tape in the end recipient. You can buy Capstar and Frontline Plus at drsfostersmith.com . The Capstar will kill all the fleas on your cat almost instantly and the… [cont.]
Answered by Kat - Wed Aug 27 12:27:21 2008

Are there any home remedies to cure tapeworm in cats?
Q. i have 4 cats, and ive noticed that 2 of them have tapeworm segments... I can't afford to take them to the vet... are there any home remedies that wll work on them. Or any inexpensive tapeworm removel pills i can buy? Thanks so if i were to get the praziquantel tapeworm treatment for cats... it wont work? i have flea medication also. thanks to the few of you who are not being completely rude.
Asked by Nais Dais - Fri Dec 18 21:25:36 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. No, there are no "home remedies". But If you're absolutely sure it's tapeworm PetSmart sells Tradewinds Praziquantel which kills tapeworm. Give one tablet to each of your cats. But you'll need to buy two bottles as the $24.99 each bottles only come with three tabs. You also need to get these cats on a regular flea preventative so they don't end up with this happening again. Cats get tapeworm by ingesting a flea that contains the larvae. You should also be scooping the poop every time your cats go as these segments will come out in the poop and then can be stepped on and ingested when the cat licks its paw - creating a new tapeworm. Why do you have four cats if you can't afford to care for them? What will happen if they end up sick… [cont.]
Answered by Cafe Mocha Valencia - Fri Dec 18 21:43:30 2009

How do you identify a tapeworm in stool?
Q. I found, what appeared to be a black ribbon, sort of flat and it looked like it was swimming around in the toilet. Is this possible? I thought tapeworm segments were smaller but this was seperate from the feces in the bowl. Im not sure if it was just something someone threw away before i used the bathroom or not, and im pretty scared.
Asked by scaredx10 - Sat Oct 27 13:36:15 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. All of the internal parasites that I'm aware of are white in color. Tapeworm segments are about the size of a kernel of rice. I can't say for certain that the black worm isn't a parasite because I'm not a doctor, but I find it unlikely. Do you have any health symptoms that would lead you to believe you might be infected with parasites? Possible symptoms could include diarrhea, constipation, cramps and an itchy butt. If you are symptom free, that makes it even more unlikely that you have any kind of a parasitic infection. If you're truly concerned, save the black worm and show it to your doctor.
Answered by andrea.force - Sat Oct 27 13:44:05 2007

What happens after my dog takes wormer for tapeworm?
Q. My dog was just diagnosed with tapeworm. I just gave him a Drontal. Does the dog expel the entire tapeworm? What happens to it? How lond does it take before I see results?
Asked by txkrae - Fri Aug 25 20:14:47 2006 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Drontal is good stuff. I gave some to my dog who had tape. You'll see segments, in the poop. My vet recommended a follow up treatment, as well. Just to make sure they all got killed. Be sure to put your dog on flea preventative. Tapeworm is transmitted by fleas, and I'm reasonably sure that they can also be transmitted by ingesting segments (those little, rice-looking things). And like a lot of others said, pick up the poop as soon as you can. The best way to prevent recurrence is to put the dog on flea preventative. I know you probably already know this, and I'm not trying to be a wise ass, but make sure you wash your hands very thoroughly. Please also make sure that you have your dog on heart worm preventative. I keep mine… [cont.]
Answered by kaschweigert - Sat Aug 26 03:48:16 2006

How long should it take Cestex to work to kill the tapeworm in my cat?
Q. I gave her a pill tonight, when should she be completely tapeworm free? How long until I quit being able to see the gross little white things that come out of her anal area? Thanks for the answers! I have been treating fleas w advantage for 3 months now since i got her, so we are assuming she has had it since before then (poor baby) bc she never goes outside. Also does anyone know the kinds of diseases the tapeworm eggs can cause in humans?
Asked by alohared - Tue Dec 4 19:55:36 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. If you have treated the cat for the tapeworm infection and the fleas, you are home free. The egg sacks that you see on the cat's rear or in the stools are not infective to humans at that stage...a flea or mouse needs to nibble on them and ingest the eggs so that they can move thru their larval cycle to become infective...then you must ingest the flea or mouse yourself in order to set up a tapeworm infection in human.
Answered by lt4827 - Tue Dec 4 21:00:05 2007

Can you use tapeworm tabs for cats on dogs and have them be effective?
Q. I don't know for sure that my dogs have tapeworm, but they had fleas so I want to be sure they don't and treat them for it. If it's not possible to use these tabs on them, what should I use? I just always give my cats the tabs monthly cause they go outside and play with rodents. I now have my dogs on Front line plus and am hoping to stay flea free. Thanks everyone!
Asked by Julie C - Fri Oct 30 21:34:58 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Always follow the directions on the package. You can not give a dog something that is made for a cat nor can you give something that is made for a cat to a dog. Don't ever take any changes. Peace
Answered by Sky Blue - Tue Nov 3 07:07:59 2009

Are there ways to avoid getting tapeworm before it develops?
Q. I ate sushi at a friends house yesterday and I am suspecting the fish wasn't properly treated. I'm very paranoid that I will get tapeworm but it's too early to tell and I don't want to wait to find out. Are there any preemptive ways of getting rid of a tapeworm before it develops in your system? Any foods you should eat or avoid?
Asked by liz360 - Thu Aug 20 10:15:31 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. To prevent tapeworm infection: * Wash your hands with soap and water before eating or handling food and after using the toilet. * When traveling in areas where tapeworm is found, wash and cook all fruits and vegetables with safe water before eating. * Eliminate livestock exposure to tapeworm eggs by properly disposing of animal and human feces. * Thoroughly cook meat at temperatures of at least 150 F (66 C) to kill tapeworm eggs or larvae. * Freeze meat for at least 12 hours and fish for at least 24 hours to kill tapeworm eggs and larvae. * Avoid eating raw or undercooked pork, beef and fish. * Promptly treat dogs infected with tapeworm. Tapeworms are treatable with an oral medication. The problem is that there… [cont.]
Answered by Not - Thu Aug 20 11:12:59 2009

what kind of median can i give to my puppy for tapeworm?
Q. my puppy have tapeworm and i want to get rid of them. what kind of median should i give him without hurting him. does tapeworm make a puppy sick if it only 41/2 months old.
Asked by princess - Sat Jul 8 09:58:13 2006 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Go to a vet. Mine charges $4.00 for the worming & no charge for the visit.
Answered by grrl - Sat Jul 8 11:05:28 2006

How do you know if you have tapeworm and can you remove it?
Q. I learned about it in science but never had a chance to ask my teacher about it. Anyways how do I know If the parasite is in me? Go to a doctor or can I do it myself? Also how would I remove it? Would I even feel the tapeworm? And is it true putting turpintine on your belly button will kill it?
Asked by N - Fri Apr 24 01:15:06 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I am going to assume you were asking a serious question and you are actually concerned. Well this is the bottom line, unless you have been eating raw uncooked meat and fish, drinking water in the wilderness, handling and ingesting animal feces, or eating yellow snow, it is extremely unlikely you have a tapeworm. Also there aren't really any symptoms from tapeworms a part from that some people experience weight loss, abdominal pain, lack of nutrient uptake, fatigue, and nausea. Some people get complications such as fever, and infections. Sometimes one might see eggs in the feces and sometimes part of the tapeworm may come out. If you excrete the tapeworm one must just pull it out. If not it must be diagnosed by the doctor who will give… [cont.]
Answered by Anna - Fri Apr 24 23:21:26 2009

How can you tell if you have tapeworm or not besides going to the doctors?
Q. Also if there are signs that you have tapeworm whar are they?
Asked by mark.deguia - Mon Feb 25 22:05:34 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The more common ones come from beef tapeworm (Taenia saginata) and the pork tapeworm (Taenia solium); some of the less common ones are Diphyllobothrium latum (fish tapeworm), Hymenolepis nana (dwarf tapeworm) and Echinococcus granulosis (hydatid cyst disease). Each of the tapeworms has a lifecycle that starts at the egg stage. The parasite egg then hatches and goes through an immature form(s)called a larva(e) and finally becomes an adult that can mate with another adult to produce eggs. The parasites usually get into the human by being ingested (eaten) from contaminated food. Some of the tapeworm infections that occur in humans are caused by the adults, whereas others are caused by the larval form. The type of tapeworm infection will… [cont.]
Answered by Ms. Le'Kia - Tue Feb 26 00:19:02 2008

Is it necessary to get the 2nd shut at the vet for tapeworm?
Q. I took my 13 year old cat to the vet for deworming tapeworm the other day. The vet wanted to give her the 2nd shut after 2 weeks. Is it necessary? Please advise!
Asked by Mimi - Sun Mar 15 18:13:35 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Yes it is. During the next two weeks eggs/larvae will continue to hatch and mature to adulthood, so the second treatment is essential to eradicate those worms.
Answered by Auntie O - Sun Mar 15 18:22:12 2009

How would I go about getting a tapeworm?
Q. I heard they make you lose weight and I can eat as much as I want! I am desperate! (And please...don't list reasons why I should not get a tapeworm, I've already made up my mind and I'm willing to take the risk.)
Asked by Mom_of_2 - Fri May 25 12:51:04 2007 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Please see a psychiatrist ASAP. Your problem is you want to eat as much as you want and lose weight. Tapeworms are not healthy - they will take in the nutrients YOU should be receiving from food. If you're THAT desperate, go on a diet and exercise like the rest of us have to.
Answered by Amanda S - Fri May 25 12:54:53 2007

Is it possible to get a tapeworm if your a vegetarian?
Q. I've been a vegetarian my whole life. I don't eat eggs. Is it possible to get a tapeworm? if so, how? I recently read something on a tapeworm and it got me scared.
Asked by Sunny - Thu Sep 17 18:50:32 2009 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. As a vegetarian/vegan you can still get a tape worm. How to Avoid Getting Tapeworms
Answered by Kim N - Thu Sep 17 23:17:35 2009

how often is raw meat infected with tapeworm?
Q. say if I ate a different piece of raw meat for 30 days, do you think I would get tapeworm? how much meat do you think is infected with tapeworm eggs or larvae?
Asked by Justine - Mon Feb 16 12:18:48 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The chances are extremely rare especially in North America. You have better chance of getting E.Coli than tapeworm. Many people eat rare meat almost every day and they are fine. If you are worried about getting tapeworm, don't be so paranoid. The chances are almost slim to none.
Answered by stoiclv - Mon Feb 16 12:24:48 2009

How much of a kitties nutrients does a tapeworm consume?
Q. I just discovered the rice like segments on my kitties fluffy butt and became horrified so right away I went out and got what my vet recommended, proziquantel, to get rid of her tapeworm. I gave her the pill yesterday morning at around 9 and im wondering if the worm would be dead or not by now even if it is still inside of her. Its 10 PM now. I want to know if she is getting all of her nutrients now. Im worried about it
Asked by love_earth22 - Mon Apr 6 01:03:47 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. She should be fine if you gave her the right dose. I had found a tapeworm in my pets feces and medicated him immediately. He didn't even experience weight loss or listlessness. If she begins to lose weight, hair, or begins to sleep more than normal, take her back to your vet to do a check. Also, you should treat for fleas because that is how they are most commonly transmitted to household pets.
Answered by miamisun07 - Mon Apr 6 01:15:26 2009

How do you know if you have tapeworm or not?
Q. And if you poop out the tapeworm, is it possible to just yank it out?
Asked by Visualkei Asian - Sun Oct 4 18:56:20 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Tapeworms are a group of parasitic worms that live in the intestinal tracts of some animals. Tapeworms are segmented, with each segment capable of producing eggs. Eggs are dispersed by individual or groups of segments detaching and passing out with the stool. The groups of segments from the beef tapeworm are capable of movement and actively crawl out through the anus. Several different species of tapeworms can infect humans. What are the Symptoms of Tapeworm Infection? There are usually no symptoms. Tapeworm infection is usually recognized when the infected person passes segments of tapeworms in the stool. When symptoms are present, the most common symptoms are: hunger dizziness fatigue loss of appetite weight loss vomiting … [cont.]
Answered by M A Salam - Fri Oct 9 05:03:07 2009

Can you give a dog tapeworm and round worm medicine at the same time?
Q. I gave my 7 month old puppy evict ds on Saturday but he has tapeworms not roundworms can I give him the tapeworm medicine or do I have to wait
Asked by suemc657 - Tue Apr 11 18:21:39 2006 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You can get a medication from your veterinarian called Drontal. Drontal will get rid of all the worms at the same time with only one dose. How much he will need will depend on his weight.
Answered by nevaeh_74 - Tue Apr 11 18:25:52 2006

How can you look around at God's amazing tapeworm, and ever doubt that he exists.?
Q. God is the divine creator of the tapeworm,and whether you like it or not, he is the creator of you and i. If you choose to turn away from God,you only limit your knowledge of who he is, and what he's capable of in your life.God doesn't deny that tapeworm,so don't you deny that he exists.
Asked by magpieix A.L.M.N. - Mon Aug 17 15:46:54 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Don't forget maggots.
Answered by Gandalf's Ghost - Mon Aug 17 15:52:25 2009

if you accedentaly swallowed a flea, what is the probability of getn a tapeworm?
Q. if you accedentaly swallowed a flea, what is the probability of getn a tapeworm? and how long before the egg hatches?
Asked by toshytobreath - Mon Oct 12 04:34:11 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

Would freezing meat prevent a tapeworm infection?
Q. I've been studying parasites and am wondering if just freezing the meat alone is enough to kill tapeworm eggs and all?
Asked by Ricky - Sat Aug 8 18:36:42 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments