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How common is cysticercosis as a complication of tapeworms?

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Dr. John Leander Poanswered

Infectious Disease 19 years experience

Not common: Though parasitic infections can occur concurrently, this combination is not common.

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Dr. Bennett Machanicanswered

Neurology 53 years experience

Undercooked pork: Not uncommon in mexico and central america, from the pork tapeworm, taenia solium.

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Dr. Shariq Refai

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