What Is a Liver Cyst?
3. Echinococcus
One of the medical conditions associated with liver cysts is echinococcus. This is a type of tapeworm that belongs in the echinococcus family, and there are a few types that can infect people. Different types of the parasite are also known to infect different organs. One of the organs potentially infected is the liver.
The parasite is rare in the United States but it is more common in other parts of the world. The cysts caused by the parasite can rupture and this can be dangerous, with some cases resulting in fatalities. Echinococcus infections can usually be treated, however. Taking precautions can also help to make you a lot safer against contracting the disease.
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