Brain-damaging tapeworm risk surges in Mumbai amid monsoon flooding and poor sanitation; know its symptoms, prevention tips and other information

Mumbai faces a rising threat of neurocysticercosis due to monsoon floods, warn doctors. The brain infection, caused by pork tapeworm larvae, spreads through contaminated food and water, risks heightened by poor sanitation. Symptoms include seizures and severe headaches, particularly dangerous for children. Early detection via MRI or CT scans and immediate medical attention are crucial to prevent irreversible neurological damage.