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An Unusual Presentation of Intramuscular Cysticercosis in a Vegetarian Patient: A Case Report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Cysticercosis is a parasitic infection. It can involve any tissue in the body, the brain being the most common site. Intramuscular cysticercosis is rare, and few cases have been reported. Here, we are reporting a case of incidental finding of intramuscular cysticercosis in a 22-year-old male having a purely vegetarian diet presented with pain, swelling, and tingling sensation in the forearm without any other systemic involvement after taking Albendazole for unrelated reasons. Diagnosis of intramuscular cysticercosis remains a challenge and should be considered in the differential diagnosis of intramuscular swelling, especially in endemic areas.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.67166

Authors: Dattatray Bhakare, Urva Dholu, Rahul Salunkhe, Swati Bhakare, Pratik T Gundecha

Institutions: Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune, Savitribai Phule Pune University

Language: English

Topic: Parasitic infections in humans and animals

Subfield: Pathology and Forensic Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4401708897