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The Fascinating Journey of Hookworms Inside the Body
05:05 - 08:54 (03:48)
This podcast discusses the journey of hookworms through the human body, beginning at the feet and ending in the lungs and intestines. While they can cause health issues, hookworms are a fascinating example of a parasite's ability to survive inside a host.
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Hookworms have co-evolved with humans and have developed a mutually beneficial relationship.
05:05 - 07:28 (02:23)
Hookworms
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Hookworms have co-evolved with humans and have developed a mutually beneficial relationship. Hookworms get the nutrients they need to survive from human blood, which makes them successful parasites.
ChapterThe Fascinating Journey of Hookworms Inside the Body
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Hookworms enter the body through the feet and make their way to the lungs via the circulatory system, causing a dry cough.
07:28 - 08:54 (01:25)
Hookworms
Summary
Hookworms enter the body through the feet and make their way to the lungs via the circulatory system, causing a dry cough. They then travel to the small intestine where they latch on and start sucking blood.