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    Worms

    Helminths or worms are classified into three groups: nematodes (Ascaris, Trichuris), cestodes (Taenia) and trematodes (Schistosoma).

    Antihelminthic treatment requires specific drug and dose for each group.

    1

    Schistosomes do NOT occur in the Netherlands, but are imported from tropical regions.

    2

    A carrier of worms always needs antihelmintic treatment.