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What happens if you leave a tapeworm untreated?

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Created: 2022-05-29 07:06:11

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If your doctor confirms you have a tapeworm infection, follow their instructions to lessen the risk of complications. If left untreated, there's the risk of developing an invasive infection which can affect your tissue and organs. This can lead to brain swelling, inflammation, and intestinal blockage.


How long can tapeworms be untreated?

Left untreated, adult tapeworms can live in a host body for up to 30 years.

How long can you live with tape worms?

Adult tapeworms can live for up to 30 years in a host. Intestinal tapeworm infections are usually mild, with only one or two adult tapeworms. But invasive larval infections can cause serious complications.

Do tapeworms leave on their own?

Sometimes you don't need to do anything about a tapeworm. It could leave your body on its own. But if your doctor finds it, they can prescribe a medicine like praziquantel or nitazoxanide. These will either kill the adult worms or cause you to poop them out.

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