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What does it feel like to have a tape worm? is it itchy?
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Tape worm: Many people who have tapeworms have no symptoms other than seeing worms squiggling about when they have a bowel movement. Possible symptoms/ signs include: weight loss, loss of appetite or the opposite (hunger), nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and lethargy. It can lead to loss of important vitamins & minerals. Serious complications can occur however.
Answered 10/28/2017
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