Trichinosis

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Trichinella spiralis in human muscle Digestive system organs

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Trichinosis

There is no specific treatment for trichinosis once the larvae have invaded the muscles. Albendazole can work on the intestinal forms, but not on the muscle forms. Analgesics can relieve the muscle pain.

Most people with trichinosis have no symptoms and their infection is self-limited (resolves on its own). More severe infections may be more difficult to treat, especially if the lungs, the heart, and/or the brain is involved.

• Arrhythmias from heart inflammation (myocarditis)
• Heart failure
• Encephalitis
• Pneumonia

Call your health provider if you have symptoms suggestive of trichinosis and a recent history of eating undercooked or raw meat that might have been contaminated.

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