Trichinosis
Alternate Names : Trichiniasis, Trichinellosis
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Trichinella spiralis in human muscle
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This is the parasite Trichinella spiralis in human muscle tissue. The parasite is transmitted by eating undercooked meats, especially pork. The cysts hatch in the intestines and produce large numbers of larvae that migrate into muscle tissue. The cysts may cause muscle pain and swelling in the face and around the eyes.
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Digestive system organs
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The digestive system organs in the abdominal cavity include the liver, gallbladder, stomach, small intestine and large intestine.
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