Neurocysticercosis- cause, symptoms, diagnosis & treatment
Neurocysticercosis is brain infestation by eggs of Taenia solium (ie, pork tapeworm), usually due to contamination of food by people with Taeniasis. In developing countries, Neurocysticercosis is the most common parasitic disease of the nervous system and is the main cause of acquired epilepsy. Sign and symptoms of Neurocysticercosis: 1. Epilepsy: Most common presentation (60-70%) 2. Headache, … Read more