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Tiny Creature in Oral Cavity: A Case Report

Cheena Singh1, M Parvathi Devi2, Kamal Sagar3

  • 1Assistant Professor, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences, Rohtak, Haryana, India.

Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research : JCDR
|December 7, 2017
PubMed

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This case report details a rare tongue infection caused by pork tapeworm larvae (cysticercosis). Early diagnosis is crucial for managing this parasitic infection, often linked to eating habits.

Area of Science:

  • Parasitology
  • Oral Pathology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Altered dietary habits, including consumption of undercooked meat, can lead to parasitic infections.
  • The oral cavity serves as a potential site for various pathologies, including parasitic infestations.
  • Cysticercosis, caused by the larval stage of the pork tapeworm Taenia solium, presents diagnostic challenges.

Observation:

  • A case of cysticercosis localized to the right dorsum of the tongue is presented.
  • The patient's presentation mimicked other common oral lesions, contributing to a diagnostic dilemma.
  • Ingestion of uncooked pork is the primary route of infection for Taenia solium.

Findings:

  • Histopathological examination confirmed the presence of Taenia solium larvae in the tongue tissue.
  • The case highlights the importance of considering parasitic infections in unexplained oral lesions.
  • Undiagnosed cysticercosis can lead to significant morbidity.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the need for increased awareness of cysticercosis among clinicians, particularly dentists and infectious disease specialists.
  • Early and accurate diagnosis of oral cysticercosis is essential for effective treatment and prevention of complications.
  • Public health education regarding safe food handling and consumption practices is vital to reduce the incidence of such parasitic infections.
Keywords:
CysticercosisOrofacial regionTapeworm larvaTongue

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