Understanding Tapeworms: How These Parasites Affect Human Health
Tapeworms are flat, segmented parasitic worms (cestodes) that can infect humans, leading to a condition called taeniasis. These parasites primarily reside in the intestines, where they absorb nutrients from their host. Tapeworm infections occur when humans consume undercooked or contaminated meat from animals that harbor tapeworm larvae. Common species of tapeworms that affect humans include...