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Had A Tapeworm, Taking A Parasite Cleanse, Blood Has No Signs Of Infection. Help?
I had a tapeworm and have had no success in proving it via stool samples. I began taking a parasite cleanse and w/in a week saw the tapeworm in the toilet. I have not seen anything since and am very concerned it is cystic/invasive. The hospital told me there is no way to test to see if it is cystic via the blood and I am wondering if there is any specific blood test I can request to make for certain. Or is there any other way to tell? The blood I did have tested showed no signs of infection and the dr says he wasnt concerened, but I am, I know my body better than anyone else, Please help.
Tue, 22 Jan 2013
It is better to repeat the stool test every six months if you have repeated problems. Deworming should be taken once in six months.
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