Tapeworm Symptoms: Signs, Pediatric Care & Human Effects

Identifying the signs of tapeworms in humans is the first step toward effective treatment. Learn about the unique effects of these parasites on children and how to manage the infection safely for a full recovery.

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How to Treat Tapeworms in Children

Tapeworm infection occurs when your child ingests the egg or larvae of a tapeworm. There are three types of tapeworms that commonly affect humans. They are found in beef, fish and pork. The larvae of beef and fish tapeworms are often directly ingested by eating undercooked, contaminated meat.

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