When Parasites Form Cysts in the Body

Cysticercosis occurs when a person ingests microscopic eggs of the pork tapeworm, Taenia solium

The eggs hatch in the intestine and larvae can travel through the bloodstream, forming fluid-filled cysts in tissues like muscles, skin, eyes, and even the brain.

Brain involvement is called neurocysticercosis  and can cause seizures.

I wrote a quick breakdown on the parasite–cyst connection and what cysticercosis actually is. Check it out

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