tapeworm articles
What genus of tapeworm is most frequently associated with freshwater fish consumption?
What specific nutrient does the adult *Diphyllobothrium* tapeworm exhibit an appetite for?
What type of anemia results from the long-term Vitamin B12 deficiency caused by fish tapeworm?
What is the primary diagnostic tool for identifying a fish tapeworm infection?
What standard medication is prescribed to eradicate the adult *Diphyllobothrium* worm?
What minimum internal temperature is often cited for thoroughly cooking fish to kill the larvae?
How long is freezing at -4°F (-20°C) often specified to neutralize larvae in fish intended for raw consumption?
How does a human become the definitive host for the *Diphyllobothrium* parasite?
What neurological symptoms might arise from the long-term Vitamin B12 deficiency caused by diphyllobothriasis?