Intestinal fluke

Interesting information about the Intestinal Fluke-

"Intestinal flukes cause inflammation, ulceration, and mucous secretion at the site of attachment. Severe infections may also cause intestinal obstruction or malabsorption, leading to hypoalbuminemia, protein-losing enteropathy, and impaired vitamin B-12 absorption."


http://www.emedicine.com/MED/topic1177.htm

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