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Can Humans Get Tapeworms From Fish?

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Can Humans Get Tapeworms From Fish? The fish tapeworm (Diphyllobothrium latum) is the largest parasite that infects humans. Humans become infected when they eat raw or undercooked freshwater fish that contain fish tapeworm cysts. How do you know if you have tapeworms in humans? If you have a tapeworm infection, you may not have any

How Long Do Tapeworms Live Outside Dog?

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How Long Do Tapeworms Live Outside Dog? Most tapeworm eggs last for months while waiting for their intermediate hosts; however, scientists have documented that the eggs of some tapeworms are capable of surviving up to eight months, Animal Diversity Web reports. Can tapeworms survive outside? Tapeworms can live outside for months, waiting for a host