Risk Factors for Baylisascaris
| About risk factors: Risk factors for Baylisascaris are factors that do not seem to be a direct cause of the disease, but seem to be associated in some way. Having a risk factor for Baylisascaris makes the chances of getting a condition higher but does not always lead to Baylisascaris. Also, the absence of any risk factors or having a protective factor does not necessarily guard you against getting Baylisascaris. For general information and a list of risk factors, see the risk center. |
Risk factor list: The list of risk factors mentioned for Baylisascaris in various sources includes:
Risk factors discussion:
Anyone who is exposed to environments where raccoons live
is potentially at risk. Young children and developmentally disabled persons
are at highest risk for infection because they spend time outdoors and
they may put dirty fingers or objects into their mouths. Hunters, trappers,
taxidermists, and wildlife rehabilitators may also be at increased risk
if they handle raccoons or raccoon feces. 1
Footnotes:
1. excerpt from Baylisascaris Infection: DPD
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