Hookworms

But Mr. Kirienko was less vigilant after starting an experimental therapy using parasites known as hookworms to suppress the inflammatory response in his intestines. ❋ Unknown (2010)

These countries also have a high incidence of parasitic worm infections in the digestive tract, such as hookworms and tapeworms. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Pritchard allowed himself to be infested with hookworms. ❋ Sten Stovall (2011)

Here in Chiapas, hookworms are common and will kill your pets. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Just as some people cure allergies and asthma using hookworms, so we can see some really exciting medical possibilities with these creatures. ❋ Unknown (2010)

And in Britain, academics at the University of Nottingham are studying the potential health benefits of hookworms, another type of parasitic worm. ❋ Sten Stovall (2011)

A few years ago, a well-known research immunologist injected himself with hookworms and reduced his allergic symptoms (shudder). ❋ Susan Weissman (2010)

In Britain, a similar study is being planned using parasitic hookworms. ❋ Sten Stovall (2011)

Other infections from pets include intestinal parasites such as roundworms, hookworms, giardia and Cryptosporidia. ❋ Sophia Yin (2011)

Parasitic infections can be caused by hookworms, snails, or sandflies that are infected with the parasites. ❋ Unknown (2010)