*Taenia solium* causes neurocysticercosis. After being ingested, the eggs of *Taenia solium* hatch in the intestines to form cysticerci, which are larvae. These can invade the central nervous system to cause neurocysticercosis. 

University of Wisconsin - Madison

Neurocysticercosis is an infection caused by *Taenia solium* infecting the brain and spinal cord. It causes adult onset epilepsy.  

Neurocysticercosis

https://openstax.org/details/books/microbiology/

Microbiology covers the scope and sequence requirements for a single-semester microbiology course for non-majors. The book presents the core concepts of microbiology with a focus on applications for careers in allied health. The pedagogical features of the text make the material interesting and accessible while maintaining the career-application focus and scientific rigor inherent in the subject matter. Microbiology’s art program enhances students’ understanding of concepts through clear and effective illustrations, diagrams, and photographs.

Microbiology is produced through a collaborative publishing agreement between OpenStax and the American Society for Microbiology Press. The book aligns with the curriculum guidelines of the American Society for Microbiology.

Learn Before

Related