Globally, over 600 million people are infected with the skin-penetrating threadworm, Strongyloides stercoralis, mostly in tropical and subtropical regions with poor sanitation infrastructure.

The threadworm infection cycle begins when immature larvae excreted in the host poop develop into larvae. The infective larvae then crawl off the poop and into the soil to search for a host to infect.

IT turns out there’s more to your bum than meets the eye – and we’re not just talking about those backsides hitting the ...

The threadworm infection cycle begins when immature larvae excreted in host poop develop into larvae. The infective larvae then crawl off the poop and into the soil to search for a host to infect.

Threadworms get into the body through the skin from contaminated ... Symptoms range from gastrointestinal issues like diarrhea and abdominal pain to changes in stool appearance. You may also see parts ...

The blue whale is the largest animal on the planet. It consumes enormous quantities of tiny, shrimp-like animals known as ...

Any time you're experiencing painful pooping or the inability to have a bowel movement, it's worth talking to your doctor.

The United States Department of Agriculture says dog-waste compost can be used as a soil additive for things like lawns, ...

Most adults in the United States don't get enough fiber daily. Fiber adds bulk to stool and feeds beneficial bacteria in the gut. Fiber can help keep bowel movements regular, support weight ...

Relatives of the llama are dropping dung as they venture into higher elevations in the Andes Mountains, providing a ...