Taeniasis
Alternative Names
Teniasis; Pork tapeworm; Beef tapeworm; Tapeworm; Taenia saginata; Taenia soliumTreatment
Tapeworms are treated with medications taken by mouth, usually in a single dose. The drug of choice for tapeworm infections is niclosamide. Praziquantel and albendazole can also be used.
Outlook (Prognosis)
With treatment, the tapeworm infection goes away.
Possible Complications
Rarely, worms may cause obstruction of the intestine.
If T. solium larvae migrate to the brain, they can cause seizures and other neurological problems. This condition is called cysticercosis.
When to Contact a Medical Professional
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you pass something in your stool that looks like a white worm.
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