Man's Persistent Cough Reveals Shocking Tapeworm Infestation

A man suffering from persistent cough for years was diagnosed with cysticercosis, a tapeworm infection, after a horrifying x-ray scan revealed calcified remains of the worms. The condition occurs when tapeworm larvae enter the muscles or brain tissue, usually through contaminated food. The cysts can cause serious health problems and surgery is recommended for treatment. Symptoms include loss of appetite, nausea, fatigue, and stomach cramps. Chest pain and cough can occur when cysts get attached to the lungs, and in severe cases, it can cause seizures and epilepsy.