Beef tapeworm

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Beef tapeworm

Beef tapeworms (T. saginata) are parasitic flatworms living in the digestive system of humans. Cattle act as intermediate hosts when they consume fodder or water contaminated with human feces. Eating undercooked beef can cause infection.

Disease information
Insurance payment: 200
Department: Emergency

Symptoms[edit | edit source]

Main article: Symptom
Symptom Probability Seriousness
Beef Tapeworm Detected 100 Low
Abdominal Pain 80 Medium
Dizziness 80 Low
Headache 80 Low
Weight Loss 80 Low
Loss of Appetite 70 Low

Examinations[edit | edit source]

Main article: Examination
  • Stool Analysis
  • Interview
  • Abdominal Palpation
  • Physical Examination

Treatments[edit | edit source]

Main article: Treatment