TAPEWORM INFECTION

TAPEWORMS or CESTODES, are intestinal parasites; they are worms that are flattened like a tape measure. A tapeworm cannot live freely on its own - it survives within the gut (intestine) of an animal, including a human.
A parasite is an animal or plant that lives in a host; another animal or plant.
Tapeworm eggs generally enter the human host from animals through ingested food, especially raw or undercooked meat. Humans can also become infected if there is contact with animal stools or contaminated water. When an infection is passed from an animal to a human it is called zoonosis.
Most people who have a tapeworm experience no symptoms and are unaware of hosting one. If signs and symptoms are present, they usually include tiredness, abdominal pain, weight loss and diarrhea.
If you have stomach pain and you suspect that its tapeworm, We  Arise Africa Advice  you to  see your  doctor immediately .

                                                 HOW TO PREVENT TAPEWORM..
                     To prevent Tapeworms:Wash your hands with soap and water before 
                 eating or handling food and after using the toilet. When traveling in areas
                 where Tapeworm is more common, wash and cook all fruits and vegetables with safe 
                  water before eating.
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