Parasites, Gastroenterology and Hepatology FAQ - Page 2

Eating a small amount of undercooked pork? Hello, Doctor! During dinner, I had a bowl of noodle soup that contained two slices of pork. The color of the pork was a bit red, but I heard that sometimes pork can still appear red even when it's cooked. I only took a small bite a...

I accidentally..? If you accidentally ingested a flea, it is unlikely to cause serious harm, as fleas are not known to transmit diseases to humans through ingestion. However, if you are experiencing abnormal abdominal pain shortly after eating, it could be due to various reasons,...

Eating raw pork dumplings? Hello, doctor. A little over a month ago, I experienced stomach pain and bloating. Thinking I should eat healthier, I went to a dumpling shop and ended up eating three and a half undercooked dumplings, where only the outer edge was cooked and the inside...

Eating undercooked sausages poses a risk of parasitic infections? Hello, Doctor. I have a few questions to ask you: I had a lunch box that included a small piece of sausage. At first, it seemed fine, but later it felt a bit soft and the meat seemed crumbly. I started to worry tha...

May I ask the doctor? Hello doctor, I accidentally ate a soft-cooked egg for breakfast (with a runny yolk). Is there a risk of parasites, bacteria, or other diseases from this? Thank you, doctor!

The incubation period of pork parasites? Hello Doctor: Is there a latency period for pork tapeworm infection, or if there are no symptoms in a short period of time, should I not worry? If I consumed undercooked pork one or two years ago, would you recommend going to the hospital ...

Pork tapeworm and trichinellosis infection? Before eating pig brain, it was blanched and then stir-fried with sesame oil and rice wine. However, halfway through, I noticed some blood water and immediately stopped eating. After researching, I found concerns about parasites and pro...

If the pork ribs feel undercooked towards the end, is there a risk of parasitic infection? Hello, Doctor. Recently, I bought a box of pork ribs (the thicker kind) at a supermarket. Before cooking, I marinated them with white wine and some Italian herbs and stored them in the refr...

Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if eating undercooked "Dudu" sausages poses a risk of parasitic infection? Hello, doctor. I bought some Dudu sausages from 7-11 yesterday morning, but I later realized that I might not have microwaved them thoroughly. After eating 2 to...

Thai Sour Pork Hello, doctor. Recently, I tried Thai fermented pork and found it very delicious. I looked up the preparation method online and discovered that it is made from raw fermented pork. I would like to ask if consuming such food poses a risk of parasitic infection. Addit...

Abdominal pain? The cat discovered a worm in its feces yesterday. For the past few days, I have been sleeping in the same bed with the cat, and I usually sleep without pants. Recently, I have also occasionally felt some pain in the upper part of my abdomen. I would like to know i...

Issues related to the examination of pork tapeworm? Hello, I purchased frozen thick-cut pork chops from Carrefour on July 5th. After bringing them home, my husband did not cook the pork thoroughly. Because the outer layer was coated with flour, we could not see that the pork was ...

Stool mixed with white particles? Hello Doctor, in the past few weeks, my stool color has been normal, without any abnormal colors such as red, black, green, or grayish-white. However, I sometimes notice a few white particles mixed in, which look somewhat like garlic from the veg...

Stool mixed with unidentified white objects? Hello Doctor, I noticed white objects in my stool three weeks ago. Two weeks ago, I visited a gastroenterology clinic, and the doctor ordered a stool test. During the sample collection, I specifically retrieved the portion with the whi...

After bowel movements, there are white substances in the toilet? Hello doctor, I would like to ask you about something. This morning, before I had a bowel movement, there were no foreign objects in the toilet. After I had a bowel movement, I noticed a white substance floating in ...

Pork parasites Last night, while preparing a late-night snack, I accidentally licked the water from frozen pork slices. Is there a risk of ingesting parasites?

Itching in the anal area and pubic hair is common? Dear Doctor: I have been experiencing frequent itching around my anus. I am certain it is not due to pubic lice; I suspect it might be caused by fruit flies, as I often see them flying around. They are too small to see when they ...

Hello! How can I assist you? Hello, doctor! Is it possible for toast that comes into contact with raw pork to have parasites? What about toast that has been contaminated with the juices from raw pork?

Concerns about parasites in raw pork? Hello, doctor. Five days ago, I dined at an all-you-can-eat barbecue restaurant and seem to have eaten a bite or two of undercooked raw pork. However, I did not experience any diarrhea that day, and I felt fine for the past few days. But this...

Parasitic concerns? Hello Doctor, recently after cleaning my thermos, I found a live small worm inside it. I didn’t think to take a picture at the time and immediately killed it with hot water in the sink. Since I have been in frequent contact with a puppy lately, I suspect that ...