Trichinosis
Alternative names:
trichinellosis; trichiniasis
Treatment:
There is no specific treatment for trichinosis once the larvae have invaded the muscles. Analgesics can relieve the muscle pain.
Expectations (prognosis):
Severity of trichinosis depends on how heavily the individual is infested. Light infestations may go unnoticed. Heavier infestations may cause severe symptoms. Very heavy infestations may result in heart failure.
Complications:
Calling your health care provider:
Call your health provider if you have symptoms suggestive of trichinosis and a recent history of eating undercooked or raw meat that might have been contaminated.
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