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Trichuris trichiura, also known as the whipworm, is found worldwide but predominantly in hot, humid areas. It infects the caecum, appendix, and colon through ingestion of eggs from contaminated food, drink, or surfaces. Adult worms are 3-5 cm long with a tapered front end. Eggs are oval shaped and 50x22 micrometers, containing an infective larva. Heavy infections can cause anemia, abdominal pain, weight loss and rectal prolapse. Diagnosis is through identification of eggs in stool samples. Prevention focuse

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