10 Tapeworm Symptoms
Symptom #7: Weight Loss
Weight loss might sound like a good idea to many people. It is something that should always be managed carefully, though, and extreme and sudden weight loss can be very dangerous to your health. Such weight loss can be experienced with tapeworm infections, and it is something that will need to be addressed.
As the parasites steal the nutrients from our gastrointestinal tract, weight loss will slowly appear. Many patients may find it odd to lose weight and have an increased appetite, and sometimes this is what causes them to seek medical attention. Weight loss can be the sign of numerous potentially serious illnesses so it is something that you should arrange to get checked out.
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