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Strongyloides are tiny worms that burrow in the small intestine, causing diarrhea, which is sometimes bloody. Strongyloides can be transferred to kittens through the mother's milk but most infections result after direct exposure to feces from other infected animals. Sometimes, the immature larva can migrate through the skin, causing a skin rash.Stronglyoides infection is seen most commonly in kittens, especially in crowded conditions.What to Watch For
Intestinal parasites are very common, especially in kittens. Most are microscopic and some are readily visible when passed in the feces. Early deworming can help eliminate these potentially harmful creatures....
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