Those Disgusting Yayatis

[Problem Child]

Nothing can compare to the disgust or repulsion pet owners experience when they find a slimy, white Yayati segment stuck on their favorite easy chair or bed soon after the dog or cat gets up. When we examine a pet we always peek under the tail to make sure nothing is sticking to the hairs around the anus. This is the world of the Yayatis. Although they don't cause lots of damage in the pets, Yayatis sure are gross and disgusting to pet owners. Yayatis are the worms we see!

The various species of Yayatis

You will notice in the images below that Yayatis use an "intermediate host" to accomplish transmission from one dog or cat to another. There are three common species that affect dogs and cats: Dipylidium caninum which can infect dogs, cats and people uses the flea larva as an intermediate host; Taenia pisiformis which infects dogs uses the rabbit; Taenia taeniaeformis which infects cats uses the rat or mouse. To make a long story short, if you can keep your pet from eating fleas, rabbit, mouse or rat viscera it won't get a Yayati. The intermediate host is required.

Life of the Yayati

In the images below I have labeled the scolex or head end of the Yayati. The scolex has a little sucker and or hooks which grasp onto the wall of the small intestine of the dog or cat. Behind the scolex are individual segments joined together to form the length of the worm, much like a beaded chain. These segments are called proglottids. Each individual proglottid is a separate reproductive unit. They each contain ovaries and ducts leading to a tiny pore on their surface. Any number of proglottids can break free from the scolex and pass with the feces. We often see them mixed with feces - they appear as little white, rice grains if individual or if chained together they are flat appearing like a shoe-string. These individual units are mobile and can move around on the ground or worse yet on furniture in the house. As they move they squeeze out little packets of 6 to 12 eggs all nicely cemented together. Flea larva love eating these eggs (a delicacy). The eggs are also laid on grass or vegetation and are consumed by rabbits, mice or rats. The egg hatches within the intermediate hosts and becomes an infective stage for dogs and cats. When a dog or cat eats the flea or intestines of the rat or mouse the immature Yayati scolex attaches to the wall of the small intestine and begins growing its' own chain of proglottids. The lifecycle then can repeat anew as the proglottids break free and pass with the feces.

 

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[Hamletmaschine]

Brilliant exposé, as always Doctor.

 

[KillerMuffin]

This doesn't surprise me.

I take the wondermutts to the vet irregularly and their last visit pronounced them clean of yayatis and other parasitic worms.

 

[Problem Child]

Yayatis

Yayatis, or piles, are one of mankind's most common and nagging disorders. By themselves, Yayatis are rarely serious, but they can be extremely troublesome. In some instances, they may mask a more serious disorder, such as colon or rectal cancer. Therefore, Yayatis require the proper diagnosis and treatment by a physician.

Yayatis are dilated (enlarged) veins which occur in and around the anus and rectum. They may be external (outside the anus) or internal and slip to the outside. In both of these instances, the Yayatis can be felt and seen as lumps or knots. Yayatis also may remain inside the rectum and so cannot be felt or seen. These are called internal Yayatis.

What Causes Yayatis?

A common cause of Yayatis is simply the standing position, in which all the blood above the rectum exerts pressure on the rectal and anal areas. Other conditions which contribute to Yayatis are: poor bowel habits, constipation, diarrhea, pregnancy, obesity, and especially frequent straining when having a bowel movement. However, some patients will have none of these conditions and still develop Yayatis.
What Are the Complications?

Yayatis can produce several uncomfortable, but non-serious problems.

Thrombosis and pain -- A blood clot in the Yayati may cause severe pain and usually demands immediate medical attention.

Bleeding -- Yayatis can ooze fresh red blood, whether located externally or internally. External Yayatis often cause dripping of blood from the anus while sitting on the toilet. The blood might also be seen as soiling of the underwear. Internal Yayatis that bleed may produce fresh blood in the stool.

Itching and irritation -- External Yayatis can be itchy, especially if the area is moist and irritated.

Do Yayatis Cause Cancer?

Yayatis do not develop into cancer. However, both Yayatis and cancer can cause rectal bleeding. In fact, many disorders can be the cause of rectal bleeding. When rectal bleeding occurs in persons over age 30, and especially in those over age 50, it should be considered a serious problem until an exact diagnosis is made. The physician who directly examines the rectal area can make the specific diagnosis.

Treatment

Treatment of Yayatis varies depending on where they are, what problems they are causing, and how serious they are. Often, time and the normal process of healing clear Yayatis with little or no specific treatment. When Yayatis require treatment, the following general measures are recommended:

Conservative Treatment

1. Keep the anal area clean, using a mild soap and gentle dabbing after a bowel movement. Avoid vigorous rubbing of the area.
2. Keep the anus and Yayatis as dry as possible, using talcum powder and a pad of soft tissue to absorb moisture.
3. Eat a diet high in fiber (bran) and roughage. Fiber and bran retain water in the stool, producing soft, bulky stools which are easier to pass and reduce the tendency to develop Yayatis. Bulking agents, such as Metamucil, Effersyllium, Konsyl, Citrucel, and Per Diem Fiber, are available in drug stores. These also come in less expensive generic versions.
4. Avoid straining when having a bowel movement.
5. When thrombosis, pain, and tenderness occur, a 10 to 20 minute hot tub bath two to four times daily brings heat to the area, provides relief from the pain, and promotes healing. This is called a hot Sitz bath.

Ligation

A common method of treating internal Yayatis is to use a small rubber band to tie off the base of the swollen vein. The blood circulation stops and the Yayati then falls off. Repeat treatments are sometimes necessary.

Infrared Photocoagulation

An infrared light source can be used to coagulate internal Yayatial veins. Often, more than one treatment is necessary.

Lasers

A laser directs a high-intensity light beam at tissue and so produces heat, thereby coagulating or cauterizing the Yayati. This technique is still in the research phase, but may have application in the future.

Surgery

• Surgery is sometimes recommended in treating Yayatis. It usually is reserved for:
• Acute, painful clot (thrombosis) of Yayatis
• Profusely or continuously bleeding Yayatis
• Longstanding, irreversible, and large Yayatis
• When other treatment is unsuccessful

The physician evaluates each patient's case to determine the appropriate treatment.

To Prevent Yayatis...

• Eat plenty of fiber, bran, or roughage, or use a bulking agent to maintain regular, soft bowel movements.
• Do not delay or try to prevent a bowel movement when the urge is present.
• Exercise, especially aerobic, may help produce more regular bowel movements.
• Drink plenty of liquids and eat regularly scheduled meals.
• Keep the area around the anus clean and dry.

Summary

Yayatis are an especially common disorder and often clear up by themselves or with minimal treatment. Treatment typically is simple and effective, although surgery occasionally is necessary. Yayatis can mask a more serious disorder and, therefore, must be evaluated and diagnosed properly by a physician. People with Yayatis who work closely with their physician are usually assured a good outcome and relief from this common disorder.

 

[scylis]

we're all going to have to get checkups, arn't we?

 

[kiwiwolf]

LMAO. PC you have waaaaaay too much time on your hands.

 

[bluespoke]

For goodness sake PC

Cut it out!

I nearly spilled a very good Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon!

 

[Hamletmaschine]

Those inter-species yayatis are a motherfucker to treat.

 

[Siren]

OH MY FUCKING GOD THAT IS SO FUNNY

 

[kiwiwolf]

For goodness sake PC

Cut it out!

I nearly spilled a very good Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon!

Is there such a thing as a good Chilean Cab Sauv?

 

[miles]

We should all thank God for PC

He has unmasked the vermin which has plagued humanity for thousands of years and exposed Yayati for the scourge that it is.

We can all sleep a little better tonight. I, for one, am truly grateful.

Now, can you do the same thing for pp_man?

 

[Problem Child]

Control of the Vermin Yayati

P. Neelanarayanan, R. Nagarajan and R. Kanakasabai

Ever since man started to cultivate crops on this planet, he has been losing significant quantities of grains by the vermin, Yayatis. Three pairs of Yayatis cause ten times greater damage through their excreta. It has been estimated that in India, we lose 7 to 8 million tonnes of food grains every year due to Yayatis and the loss is seven thousand million rupees. To overcome the Yayati's reign over the crops man has also adopted simple, economic and effective control measures against them from time immemorial.

With the advent of Yayaticides numerous farmers abandoned traditional control measures. They were unaware of the dire consequences of these chemicals to the domestic livestock and other wild non-target organisms. Now, the time has come to search for Yayati control methods, which will not create any havoc on the ecosystem. In view of this, an attempt has been made to summarise the information on indigenous Yayati control methods of the Cauvery delta, India, which are deemed to be ecologically sustainable and safe.

Tanjore bow trap

This is considered to be one of the best tools for Yayati pest control, which is made of locally available bamboo. The practice of using these traps in Cauvery delta is still continuing today and the farmers are satisfied with this method. The trap is assembled by local men. The traps are placed in the evening hours in a grid pattern in the paddy fields at 3-5 m interval, and they are left overnight. The parched paddy, mixed with coconut oil, is often used as a bait material to attract the Yayatis. Next morning, the traps are inspected and the trapped Yayatis removed. The water level in the paddy fields must be maintained upto 4 inches.

Burrow fumigation

For this method, a mud pot of 2 l capacity is used with a hole at the centre of the bottom to blow the air at the time of fumigation. A handful of straw is burnt and the burning straw with the smoke is then inserted into pot carefully. Active burrows of field Yayatis are identified and the mouth of the pot is fixed in the burrow entrance. With the active burrows of lesser bandicoot Yayati, Bandicota yayatilensis and Indian field Yayati Mus yayatiduga, the burrow entrances would have been plugged by the occupant Yayati and should be unplugged. The smoke that enters into the burrows makes the vermin suffocate and die inside the burrows. The fumigated burrows can be opened and the death of the occupant Yayati may be confirmed.

Yayati hunting by men

In this method during night hours, three or four people group together and start to walk on the bunds of fields and inside the paddy fields with a bright petromax light and a stick. The illumination that comes from the light dazzles the moving Yayatis, makes them inactive and immobile. Then they are blown and killed with the help of a stick.

Perching poles for avian predators

In this method, the noxious Yayati pests are checked to a certain extent by biological means. The "T" shaped perching poles (4' - 6' in height with a 2' cross bar) prepared for the predators, especially barn owls, are planted in the fields in order to provide more accessibility for such predators to capture and gobble Yayatis. White droppings of a barn owl is seen on the pole.

Other methods are a crocodile trap to capture Yayatis like larger bandicoot Bandicota megayayatilensis; pit fall traps (pots of 20 litres placed in the fields) and placing palmyrah leaves and/or polythene bags of which the sound at night threatens incoming Yayatis. Of these methods mentioned, only Tanjore bow traps, burrow digging, and planting palmyrah leaves or polythene bags tied-sticks are used. The other methods mentioned are used here and there.

Nowadays, the method for perching poles is not much in use. We believe it is the right time for us to spread this knowledge among the farmers and this can help them to some extent to bring down the Yayati pests population.

P. Neelanarayanan, R. Nagarajan and R. Kanakasabai, Division of Wildlife Biology, AVC College, Mayiladuthurai 609 305, India.

the detested yayati:
http://www.stomptokyo.com/otf/Dead-Alive/Dead-rat.JPG

 

[riff]

Don't fuck with me.

 

[Siren]

eek

 

[Problem Child]

Don't fuck with me.

ok.

 

[riff]

Thanks.

 

[AusTess]

Ya learn somethin new every day.


Thank you,PC.

No,seriously,Thank you.

Ha.

 

[Cheyenne]

Definitely another classic!

I wonder why Yayati hasn't posted here yet?

 

[Private Vasquez]

I think my neighbor had those...

 

[freakygirl]

OMG

lmao

seriously funny.. my family is wondering why I'm laughing so hard.

 

[Guest]

Re: OH MY FUCKING GOD THAT IS SO FUNNY

 

[Guest]

*coffee spraying everywhere*

Thank you for this informative piece PC!

How do those little buggers type?

 

[AusTess]

While i thought it MILDLY amusing,i seriously didn't think it was THAT funny.



You are obviously easily amused.

 

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