Parasites are dangerous creatures that survive off their hosts. Here are 12 common parasites that feed on the human body.

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Swimmer's itch is a rash caused by an allergic reaction to the larvae of microscopic parasites that are found in both fresh and saltwater. These parasites commonly live in snails, which secrete larvae ...

Rashes on the body can be both uncomfortable and concerning, affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. These skin irritations may range from mild to severe, causing symptoms like redness, itching, ...

Nutria itch results when the larvae of roundworms living inside nutrias (coypu rats) enter a person’s skin. It can cause a severe rash, itching, and swelling. People who work in wetlands and marshes ...

Several beaches in a Connecticut town have been connected to cases of swimmer's itch, a skin rash that forms from microscopic parasites, according to health officials. The Greenwich Department of ...

Anal itching is a common condition that can be caused by diarrhea, hemmorhoids, and even parasitic pinworms.

The City of Lacey left a warning about a possible parasite in the water at Long Lake Park. Provided by the City of Lacey Thurston County public health officials are warning that people should avoid ...

Planning to travel to Michigan for a Great Lakes getaway this summer? Hot temperatures might have you itching to go for a cool dip in one of Michigan’s many lakes — but the dip itself might leave you ...