How to tell if you have parasitic worms – and how to treat them
In extreme cases, the swelling can be profound, resulting in a condition known as elephantiasis. This is because the worm ...
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Common parasite threatens health worldwide. Signs and treatment of roundworm infection
The roundworm infection occurs when larvae, which get on the hands from touching contaminated soil or unwashed vegetables, ...
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Brain-infecting parasite found in two L.A. County residents: What to know about 'racoon roundworm'
People can become infected if they ingest soil, dirt, water or other material contaminated with raccoon feces, which could contain roundworm eggs. The infection can't be transported from person to ...
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Burning in woman’s legs turned out to be slug parasites migrating to her brain
These larvae are picked up by slugs or snails ... The worms typically die as juveniles in the brain. This nauseating roundworm is a known plague in Hawaii. In fact, it gained attention in recent ...
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Warning issued after woman had worms squirming in her brain after holiday error
Roundworms are a known issue in Hawaii and ... The parasites' life cycle involves rats, snails, and slugs. Rats release larvae in their droppings, which are eaten by snails or slugs and develop ...