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==What are the symptoms of Trichinosis?== | ==What are the symptoms of Trichinosis?== | ||
* [[Abdominal discomfort]] | |||
* [[Cramping]] | |||
* [[Diarrhea]] | |||
* [[Facial swelling]] around the [[eyes]] | |||
* [[Fever]] | |||
* [[Muscle pain]] (especially muscle pain with breathing, chewing, or using large muscles) | |||
* [[Muscle weakness]] | |||
==What causes Trichinosis?== | ==What causes Trichinosis?== | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Trichinosis is infection with the roundworm Trichinella spiralis.
What are the symptoms of Trichinosis?
- Abdominal discomfort
- Cramping
- Diarrhea
- Facial swelling around the eyes
- Fever
- Muscle pain (especially muscle pain with breathing, chewing, or using large muscles)
- Muscle weakness
What causes Trichinosis?
Who is at highest risk?
When to seek urgent medical care?
Diagnosis
Treatment options
Where to find medical care for Trichinosis?
Directions to Hospitals Treating Trichinosis