Ingestion of Taenia solium eggs can lead to two primary conditions: taeniasis and cysticercosis. Taeniasis occurs when humans ingest cysticerci from undercooked pork, leading to the development of adult tapeworms in the intestines. Conversely, cysticercosis occurs when humans ingest the eggs directly, leading to the development of larval cysts in various tissues, including the muscles, eyes, and brain. Neurocysticercosis, where cysts form in the brain, is a severe and potentially life-threatening condition.
