What Is Cysticercosis?
5. How Is Cysticercosis Diagnosed?
A physical exam from a doctor is required for the diagnosis of cysticercosis. It is still relatively uncommon for someone to be diagnosed with the condition outside of areas where pigs are raised and allowed to roam. If an individual has traveled to a country where tapeworm infections are common and believes an exposure may have occurred, it is important to schedule an evaluation with a physician.
Doctors can diagnose this disease through a series of questions and diagnostic exams. The questions concern recent travel and potential exposure along with a recent history of the foods the patient has eaten and an analysis of any current symptoms. If neurocysticercosis is suspected, testing includes MRI and CT scans of the brain to confirm the suspicion. Patients will typically undergo blood analysis for further confirmation.
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