Some of the symptoms of a parasite can adversely affect stability and happiness, resulting in mood swings, irritability, and anxiety. The latter is often exacerbated by the knowledge of having a parasitic infection, which can be highly distressing. Luckily, once a doctor diagnoses a parasitic infection, it usually responds quickly to treatment. Prescription medication kills parasites and any eggs they may have laid.

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