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Trichinella spiralis is a nematode parasite with a life cycle involving both intestinal and muscle stages. The parasite infects pigs, rodents, and humans through the consumption of infected meat. Larvae encyst in muscle tissue and can remain infectious for life if the meat is eaten raw or undercooked. Symptoms include gastroenteritis and myositis. Diagnosis involves muscle biopsy, serological tests, or larva detection in stool or muscle tissue. Treatment is with mebendazole and symptomatically.
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- Ayop Kh
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