Question 1

what comes out of a tapeworm segment/egg when they are squeezed?

Accepted Answer

Larvae: It contains the larvae that as they mature develop eggs to produce more tapeworms.

Question 2

can a person get tapeworm larva from eating salmon eggs?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Commercial fisheries are required to freeze fish for 15 hrs at -35F to kill parasites while common freezers would require 7 days at -4F to do the same. Farm raised salmon are fed pelleted food &amp; seldom acquire parasites. So the answer really depends on the source.  It is more likely for wild caught than commercial, but even then it is not common.

Question 3

hello, i dropped my water bottle cap on the floor, later i put it back on the bottle.

is it possible to have ingested tapeworm or its eggs?

thanks!

Accepted Answer

Curious question: How or why would there ever be tapeworm eggs on your floor ? I can see the possibility of some dirt or simple germs, but tapeworm eggs are not hanging around in the environment in most locations. If there is some reason your floor is contaminated you can have your poop tested in a few weeks to see. I wouldn't bother.

Question 4

is it possible to pass sac-like objects on a stool that look like tapeworm eggs (golden, firm, etc.) but are not? if so, what are the possibilities?

Accepted Answer

Tapeworm unlikely: I'm pretty sure you're the same person who has asked several questions about tapeworm, cats, and things you have seen in your stool or your cat's feces. In the US, human tapeworm infestation is rare, and cat tapeworm is espcially unlikley to infect humans. But see your doctor if you remain concerned. A simple stool "ova and parasites" test will tell for sure whether or not you have it.

Question 5

r diet pills dangerous? my mans grads in a wk when i put on a dress i cried .im wondering if the pills contain tapeworm eggs?need to lose weight fast!

Accepted Answer

What are you buying?: What kind of "pills" are you seeking?  Its great if you desire appropriate multi-vitamins &amp; minerals that meet your recommended daily allotments to supplement a weight loss diet.  Reputable appetite suppressants are also available in the correct settings, and none come with tapeworms, seriously!

Question 6

in age of 17 i got a problem with tapeworm egg which is in my brain after 3yrs of medicine course iam fine now iam 31 there is possible effect in futu?

Accepted Answer

?Cysticercosis: Doubtful that there will be any future issues if you have been well for 14 yrs.  However, your problem is associated with epileptic seizures in many pts, and would be of value to have an updated eeg at some point, but unless you ever experience a seizure, would avoid meds until that point.  Statistically, you should do fine.

Question 7

what is released (what is seen with the naked eye) when a tapeworm segment/egg is squeezed/crushed?

Accepted Answer

A can of worms!!: not a joke; the tapeworm is a marvel of function. Each segment (proglottid) progresses as the worm grows, becomes a hermaphroditic unit (meaning both male and female organs), fertilizes itself or is fertilized by other nearby worms) and becomes a gravid (eggs only) unit by the time is breaks off and is pooped out.  What you squash is what you get!!

Question 8

i had pinworms as they were in my stool so i took medicine but i noticed there are what look like tapeworm eggs instead. were they pinworms or not?

Accepted Answer

MIXTURES: or MULTIPLE parasitic infections are NOT that uncommon!! You need a stool exam for OVA (eggs) and the parasites themselves...then proper TREATMENT (Often a sinfle treatment with a "Broad spectrum" anti-helminth (anti-worm)    will "do the trick"
Hope this helps
Dr Z

Question 9

theres sesame lookin white seeds in my stool. i squeezed one&white stuff came out. idk if theyre eggs of a tapeworm. i dont have nausea but headaches.

Accepted Answer

Stool: This could be some type of parasite.  Also could be just that: undigested seeds.  If you are noticing this recurrently you need to get a stool sent for a sample.

Question 10

does  small egg s matter for getting pragnant?

Accepted Answer

No: The size of the egg doesn't matter. All eggs are pretty small.

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What comes out of a tapeworm segment/egg when they are squeezed?

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Can a person get tapeworm larva from eating salmon eggs?

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Hello, i dropped my water bottle cap on the floor, later i put it back on the bottle. is it possible to have ingested tapeworm or its eggs? thanks!

A member asked:

Is it possible to pass sac-like objects on a stool that look like tapeworm eggs (golden, firm, etc.) but are not? if so, what are the possibilities?

A member asked:

R diet pills dangerous? my mans grads in a wk when i put on a dress i cried .im wondering if the pills contain tapeworm eggs?need to lose weight fast!

A member asked:

In age of 17 i got a problem with tapeworm egg which is in my brain after 3yrs of medicine course iam fine now iam 31 there is possible effect in futu?

A member asked:

What is released (what is seen with the naked eye) when a tapeworm segment/egg is squeezed/crushed?

A member asked:

I had pinworms as they were in my stool so i took medicine but i noticed there are what look like tapeworm eggs instead. were they pinworms or not?

A member asked:

Theres sesame lookin white seeds in my stool. i squeezed one&white stuff came out. idk if theyre eggs of a tapeworm. i dont have nausea but headaches.

A member asked:

Does small egg s matter for getting pragnant?

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