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Brain Cancer Mimic: Tapeworm Surprise | Wilmington News
A Spanish man thought to have brain cancer turned out to have a tapeworm larva in his brain—yes, really. Doctors initially saw tumor-like spots on scans, but further tests revealed fluid-filled cysts with tapeworm heads. He’d never traveled to endemic areas, but likely swallowed microscopic eggs years ago through construction work. Treatment with antiparasitics and steroids saved him, proving that even in cancer-prone regions, parasites can mimic deadly diseases—and early diagnosis is key. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on…
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