52-year-old Florida man diagnosed with neurocysticercosis from pork tapeworm due to undercooked bacon consumption.
A 52-year-old Florida man with a history of consuming undercooked bacon discovered he had tapeworm larvae infecting his brain, leading to severe migraines. Doctors found numerous cystic foci, fluid-filled sacs in the man's brain, and confirmed the diagnosis of neurocysticercosis, a form of parasitic tissue infection caused by the pork tapeworm Taenia solium. The man was treated with antiparasitic and anti-inflammatory medications, and his case highlights the importance of proper hygiene and cooking practices to prevent the spread of such infections.
March 12, 2024
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