What Are the Health Implications of Tapeworm Infections?
The health effects of tapeworm infections can vary depending on the species and the stage of the parasite. Common symptoms include abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, and weight loss. In more severe cases, infections can lead to complications such as:
Cysticercosis - caused by Taenia solium larvae invading tissues outside the intestines Neurocysticercosis - a severe form of cysticercosis where larvae invade the central nervous system Vitamin B12 deficiency - associated with Diphyllobothrium latum infection Hydatid disease - caused by Echinococcus granulosus, forming cysts in organs such as the liver and lungs
