Cysticercosis (sis-tuh-ser-KO-sis) is an infection caused by tapeworm eggs. When the eggs enter the body, they form cysts, usually in the brain, but sometimes in the muscles or eyes. Anyone who is ...
The most common cause of adult-onset seizures in the developing world is cysticercosis. In areas of the United States with large immigrant populations, neurocysticercosis is an important consideration ...
Washington, D.C. April 29, 2020. (PAHO/WHO). PAHO has launched an online course on “Control of taeniasis and cysticercosis caused by Taenia solium.” The virtual class is an initiative of the Pan ...