4. Abdominal pain
Another telltale sign that you’re dealing with a parasitic infection is abdominal pain. It’s worth noting that many parasitic infections such as pinworms could actually be asymptomatic in many patients. There are even common cases where the body manages to flush out the parasites before the host even notices. That being said, when symptoms do develop, abdominal pain is often the first one to appear.
This is due to the fact that most parasites attach themselves to your intestinal tract so that they can feed on incoming nutrients. Whipworm infection has been known to cause abdominal pain in most patients who experience symptoms. If it’s coupled with changes to your bowel pattern and even pain during your movements then a whipworm infection is most likely the cause of the symptoms — meaning you should consult with your doctor.