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What type of larvae's could be in human stools that is visible to the naked eye?

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Dr. Arthur Heller answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Need micro confirm: Sometimes wormy looking stuff really isn't a worm. If it is visible to the naked eye and it is moving, that is usually a pretty good sign it is indeed a worm. Still needs microscopic confirmation whatever it is.

Answered 11/8/2012

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