Presentation
In the present study, we evaluated PCR coupled to restriction fragment length polymorphism to differentiate Taenia solium from Taenia saginata eggs present in fecal samples from naturally infected patients. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
The third was a 60 year female patient presented with haematemesis and malena [ 5 ] and again one year later she presented with epigastric discomfort and no bleeding. In both presentations she was found to have taenia in the stomach. [npplweb.com]
Entire Body System
- Pain
Pain first, vomiting next and fever last has been described as the classic presentation of acute appendicitis. The abdominal pain first appears in the peri umbilical area and then migrates to the lower right part of the abdomen. [explainmedicine.com]
We report a case of acute cholangitis caused by T. saginata presenting with fever, nausea, vomiting, jaundice and right upper quadrant pain. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
The pain continued for three days, becoming gradually more severe and radiating to the back and between the scapulae. The afternoon of the fourth day the pain was so severe that it doubled him up. [jamanetwork.com]
A 38-year-old man presented with worsening abdominal pain, vomiting, anorexia, generalized weakness, and weight loss that had begun 3 days earlier. He had a history of eating raw beef. [nejm.org]
- Fever
We report a 25-year-old woman who presented with abdominal pain, vomiting and fever, and had an epigastric lump on examination. At laparotomy she was diagnosed to have acute segmental jejunitis. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Pathology report showed an acute appendicitis with periappendicular reaction. 12 days later, the Patient came back with lump in the right iliac fossa with pain and high grade fever. [panafrican-med-journal.com]
Pain first, vomiting next and fever last has been described as the classic presentation of acute appendicitis. The abdominal pain first appears in the peri umbilical area and then migrates to the lower right part of the abdomen. [explainmedicine.com]
He reported frequent consumption of beef, and he denied fever and palpitations. Blood pressure, heart rate, and respiratory rate were within normal limits. [acgcasereports.gi.org]
- Inflammation
Heavy infection of Taenia saginata can cause some of the following symptoms : Migrating proglottids can cause: inflammation of the appendix) inflammation of the bile duct) unpleasant surprise when seen in the feces. [parasitesinhumans.org]
Cholecystectomy was avoided in view of severe inflammation around the Calot’s triangle. Rest of the viscera were normal. The specimen sent to the department of pathology/parasitology was confirmed to be Taenia saginata. [hindawi.com]
- Turkish
Wani, “Gallbladder ascariasis,” Turkish Journal of Gastroenterology, vol. 22, no. 2, pp. 178–182, 2011. View at: Publisher Site | Google Scholar C. J. [hindawi.com]
- Chills
He had a three-day history of upper abdominal pain of increasing severity, nausea, and bilious vomiting with fever and chills. Previous history was suggestive of chronic acid peptic disorder. [hindawi.com]
Gastrointestinal
- Abdominal Pain
The abdominal pain is localized to the epigastric /umbilical areas and are accompanied with nausea and epigastric distension. [explainmedicine.com]
A 38-year-old man presented with worsening abdominal pain, vomiting, anorexia, generalized weakness, and weight loss that had begun 3 days earlier. He had a history of eating raw beef. [nejm.org]
We report a 25-year-old woman who presented with abdominal pain, vomiting and fever, and had an epigastric lump on examination. At laparotomy she was diagnosed to have acute segmental jejunitis. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
- Constipation
This may cause itching around the anus. [1,2,4,5,7] Nonspecific symptoms Weakness, loss of appetite, increased appetite, headache, constipation and dizziness are the other rare nonspecific symptoms. [3,4,5,7] Complications In rare cases, tapeworm segments [explainmedicine.com]
[…] cycle Uterine branch comparison Scolex of Asian T. saginata with rostellum Clinical features For humans in good health, there are few serious symptoms associated with tapeworm infection For both T. saginata and T. solium, patients may have diarrhea, constipation [pathologyoutlines.com]
Case Report A 17-year-old adolescent boy presented to the emergency department with the chief complaints of dull-aching abdominal pain and constipation for 5 days. He reported frequent consumption of beef, and he denied fever and palpitations. [acgcasereports.gi.org]
Shortly after arrival, he began to suffer from anorexia, occasional mild lower abdominal cramps, and constipation, at times alternating with mild diarrhea. He attributed the symptoms to eating excessively greasy food. [pubs.rsna.org]
- Epigastric Pain
The parasite was discovered in the duodenal bulb of a 72-year-old woman, who complained of epigastric pain. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Nausea, vomiting, and slight epigastric pain were each noted in one instance. © The American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene Article metrics loading... [ajtmh.org]
A female patient of 80 years was complaining of epigastric pain only. The second patient was also a female of 54-years, complaining of dyspepsia, epigastric pain, nausea and vomiting on and off for two months [ 4 ]. [npplweb.com]
Infection may be associated with epigastric pain, diarrhoea and weight loss. T. solium adult worm infections are also usually asymptomatic. Many tissues and organs may be infected by the larval form (cysticercosis). [health.vic.gov.au]
- Increased Appetite
This may cause itching around the anus. [1,2,4,5,7] Nonspecific symptoms Weakness, loss of appetite, increased appetite, headache, constipation and dizziness are the other rare nonspecific symptoms. [3,4,5,7] Complications In rare cases, tapeworm segments [explainmedicine.com]
However, others present with pruritus ani (77%), nausea (46%), abdominal pain (43%), dizziness (42%), increased appetite (30%), and other mild gastrointestinal symptoms [2]. [hindawi.com]
- Pruritus Ani
However, others present with pruritus ani (77%), nausea (46%), abdominal pain (43%), dizziness (42%), increased appetite (30%), and other mild gastrointestinal symptoms [2]. [hindawi.com]
Liver, Gall & Pancreas
- Jaundice
We report a case of acute cholangitis caused by T. saginata presenting with fever, nausea, vomiting, jaundice and right upper quadrant pain. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
In such cases, the signs and symptoms may include: Itching and rashes on skin Increased eosinophil count in blood Passing of tapeworms in the feces Tapeworms can get settled in the appendix, bile and pancreatic ducts causing appendicitis, jaundice, and [dovemed.com]
On examination he looked well, not anemic or jaundiced. His abdomen looked and felt normal with no epigastric guarding or tenderness. The labrotary investigations were all normal, including stool general which was done after the endoscopy. [npplweb.com]
Retrospective history was negative for jaundice or passage of worm segments. The patient was given a single dose of praziquantel: 15 mg/kg body weight. [hindawi.com]
Cardiovascular
- Tachycardia
Mild tachycardia was noted, with normal blood pressure. Laboratory investigations revealed a hemoglobin of 9g/dl, a leucocyte count of 12300/µl and a DLC showing an eosinophil count of 13%. [ispub.com]
Physical examination revealed anicterus, tachycardia, temperature of 38.5°C, tenderness, and guarding in the epigastrium and right hypochondrium. [hindawi.com]
Skin
- Ulcer
The patient was operated with an impression of a perforated duodenal ulcer. Operative findings showed a severely inflamed gall bladder with patchy necrosis and a perforation in fundus with pericholecystic pus collection. [hindawi.com]
- Sweating
This, in his opinion, was incident to sweating associated with the excessive heat. In August 1942, he suffered an attack of sandfly fever. [pubs.rsna.org]
Psychiatrical
- Suggestibility
However, a subsequent national survey in 2012 showed 0.04% (10 cases) prevalence of Taenia spp. eggs suggesting its resurgence in Korea. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Neurologic
- Dizziness
This may cause itching around the anus. [1,2,4,5,7] Nonspecific symptoms Weakness, loss of appetite, increased appetite, headache, constipation and dizziness are the other rare nonspecific symptoms. [3,4,5,7] Complications In rare cases, tapeworm segments [explainmedicine.com]
[…] embryo; inhabits the human jejunum SECTION II - HEALTH HAZARD PATHOGENICITY: Symptoms are variable, normally minimal; Include mild abdominal cramps, nervousness, insomnia, digestive disturbances, weight loss; passage of worms can be associated with dizziness [msdsonline.com]
Common side effects associated with these medications include dizziness and upset stomach. Most cases of this infection go away with treatment. Medications prescribed for this condition are typically effective and will cure the infection. [healthline.com]
Workup
Microbiology
- Taenia Saginata
The objective of our study is to report a very rare case of post appendectomy faecal fistula caused by taenia saginata infestation and was successfully treated conservatively. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
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Home Taenia s aginata Taenia saginata, more commonly known as the “beef tapeworm, ” tends to send a repulsive shiver down one’s spine. But, wait! Look a little deeper at this organism and one will realize how interesting it can be. [bioweb.uwlax.edu]
Taenia saginata isolates from Lao PDR and northeastern Thailand belonged to either Group A or B. [pubag.nal.usda.gov]
Full Text Taenia saginata is a platyhelminth of the cestoda class. [elsevier.es]
Treatment
This case emphasizes the need of developing and implementing techniques that will help us differentiate the species of Taenia in laboratories as well as establish treatments with alternative drugs. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Here we reviewed aspects concerning diagnosis, vaccine development, biological control and treatment of the disease. [doi.org]
Prognosis
(Outcomes/Resolutions) With prompt diagnosis, immediate and effective treatment, the prognosis for Taenia Saginata Infection is excellent The prognosis is guarded, if the infection has spread to the brain, which may occur in some untreated cases Additional [dovemed.com]
[…] return to top) http://www.biosci.ohio-state.edu/~parasite/taenia.html http://www.dpd.cdc.gov/dpdx/HTML/ImageLibrary/Taeniasis_il.htm http://www.geocities.com/Area51/Keep/8895/taeniasis1.html http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001391.htm#prognosis [web.stanford.edu]
Etiology
[…] morphology were seen, in most cases the infestations were of solitary specimens with normal morphology. 4–7 In previously published cases as well as the case we present, although it is difficult to establish the direct mechanism causing the complication, the etiological [elsevier.es]
(Etiology) Taenia Saginata Infection is a parasitic infection caused by the tapeworm species Taenia Saginata or the beef tapeworm The infection is generally acquired by eating undercooked contaminated beef What are the Signs and Symptoms of Taenia Saginata [dovemed.com]
In previously published cases as well as the case we present, although it is difficult to establish the direct mechanism causing the complication, the etiological connection is highly probable. [panafrican-med-journal.com]
Epidemiology
Conclusion: According to the clinical feature, epidemiological information and sequencing results, this case is confirmed to be a local infection of Taenia saginata. [pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Citation: Parasites & Vectors 2020 13:375 Content type: Review Published on: 29 July 2020 View Full Text View PDF Epidemiology of Taenia saginata taeniosis/cysticercosis: a systematic review of the distribution in East, Southeast and South Asia Taenia [biomedcentral.com]
Pathophysiology
[…] from T. solium infection by the late 1700s However, the exact life cycle of T. saginata was not discovered until 1863, when cattle was identified as the immediate host Epidemiology Especially common in Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Latin America Pathophysiology [pathologyoutlines.com]
Prevention
Prevention Preventing taenia saginata is simple and consists of making sure to properly cooking beef. Also, routine veterinary checks in slaughterhouses can reduce the risk of infection. [health.ccm.net]
Box 7, Nablus, West Bank, Palestine. [email protected] Abstract Control measures to prevent human infections with the food-borne zoonotic helminth Taenia saginata are currently based on meat inspection, which shows rather low diagnostic sensitivity [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Public Health and Prevention Strategie s (return to top) Several steps can be taken to minimize T. saginata infection: A reliable method to prevent endemic spread of T. saginata is to detect infected cattle. [web.stanford.edu]