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TODAY’S CLUE: K = Y
ANSWER: I DISCOVERED WHY MY NEW CURTAIN HAS DEVELOPED SO MANY MYSTERIOUS HOLES. IT HAS A DRAPEWORM.
Tapeworm (Eucestoda)
Parasitic Flatworms • Internal Infection • Segmented Bodies
Overview
Tapeworms are parasitic flatworms that live in the intestines of animals and humans, absorbing nutrients from their host.
Structure
They have long, flat, segmented bodies made up of repeating units called proglottids.
Transmission
Humans can become infected by consuming undercooked or contaminated food containing tapeworm larvae.
Effects on Host
Some infections cause mild symptoms, while others can lead to nutritional deficiencies or more serious health issues.
Treatment
Most tapeworm infections can be treated effectively with medication that targets the parasite.
Fun Fact
Some tapeworms can grow several meters long while living entirely inside a host organism.
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