I'm really worried because I just realized that I've been drinking water from a dark bottle for the past couple of days, and it turns out there are these tiny red worms in it. I'm six months pregnant, and now I'm freaking out a bit. Are these worms harmful or dangerous for me and my baby?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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4+ Yrs

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No need to worry, all the red worms will be killed & digested with the acid present in your stomach. It is a protein rich diet

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