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Trichinosis

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Trichinosis Definition

Common names:

Trichinella Infection
Trichinellosis
Trichiniasis
Trichinosis

A person with trichinosis has an infection caused by the roundworm, Trichinella spiralis. Infection can occur from eating undercooked, contaminated pork or wild game.

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Last Updated: Sep 8, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Trichinosis References:

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Taratuto AL, Venturiello SM. Trichinosis. Brain Pathol. 1997 Jan;7(1):663-72.
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