Trichinella is the worm that causes the disease trichinosis, which can lead to:
- Fever
- Diarrhea
- Muscle soreness
- Nausea
- Edema of the lips and face
- Vomiting
- Difficulty breathing
- Enlarged lymph glands
- Difficulty speaking
- Fatigue
- Dehydration
Trichinella infection is typically caused by eating raw or undercooked pork.
When a Trichinella worm is young, it encases itself in an animal's muscle tissue and then matures in a human host once that animal is consumed.
Just one huge reason to make sure your pork is cooked thoroughly!
Come back tomorrow to learn about flukes. Ewww!
(Picture Credit: HAH Croatian Food Agency)
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