Hymenolepis infection natural history, complications and prognosis

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Complications

Abdominal discomfort
Dehydration from prolonged diarrhea

Prognosis

Infection with the dwarf tapeworm is generally not serious. However, prolonged infection can lead to more severe symptoms; therefore, medical attention is needed to eliminate the tapeworm. Cure rates are extremely good with modern treatments.

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Hymenolepis infection natural history, complications and prognosis

Complications

Prognosis

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