Tapeworm Infection

A tapeworm infection is usually suspected when digestive discomfort appears or fragments of the parasite are seen: it is an intestinal infection caused by a flatworm that is acquired mainly by eating undercooked meat or contaminated food.

Frequent symptoms: many people have little discomfort, but abdominal pain, nausea, weight loss, or the passing of segments of the parasite in the stool may occur.

When to see a doctor? With persistent digestive symptoms or if exposure is suspected.

Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist, the infectious disease specialist, and the internist handle this type of infection, and in children the pediatric gastroenterologist. Confirming the presence of the parasite with a professional is the correct path to guiding care without resorting to remedies on your own.