Diphyllobothrium (fish tapeworm)
Diphyllobothrium (fish tapeworm)
Lifecycle
Lifecycle
Notes
Notes
Epidemiology:
Life-cycle:
Clinical: Asymptomatic through to mild symptoms (nausea, bloating, abdominal discomfort), vitamin B12 deficiency (megaloblastic anaemia)
Diagnosis:
Treatment: praziquantel or niclosamide
Prevention: