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Ascariasis: Effect of Treating a Single Case upon the Local Population

Ascariasis is still a common helminthic infection in many parts of the world, particularly in tropical regions. In some African villages, as many as 40-70% of the population may be infected (Goodwin & Standon 1958, Meakins et al. 1981). In many parts of Africa the treatment of illnesses starts with the consultation of the herbalist or fetish priest. If the treatment fails, western medicine may be tried. The acceptance of western medicine is related to the results of the treatment. This is demonstrated by the following case. A 5-year-old Ghanaian boy was brought to the Holy Family Hospital in Techiman B/A, because of intermittent abdominal pains. Routine physical