NEUROCYSTICERCOSIS: REVEALING THE FACTS OF A RARE DISEASE
Journal Title: International Research Journal of Pharmacy (IRJP) - Year 2015, Vol 6, Issue 1
Abstract
Neurocysticercosis, a Central Nervous System disorder caused due to the infestation of the pork tapeworm Taenia solium, is characterized by seizures and headache most commonly, followed by certain other neurological symptoms. The disease is commonly diagnosed with neuro imaging techniques like CT or MRI. Treatment primarily involves symptomatic management with anti-epileptic medication and a combination of anti-parasitic and anti-inflammatory therapy, surgery is done in necessary cases. This is a preventable disease and further studies are underway to develop optimal treatment regimens and a vaccine against the parasite.
Authors and Affiliations
Lakshmi R, Amrutha Ajai, Aditi K
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