Living with Infection by larvae of Trichinella
A parasite infection from raw or undercooked meat, with stomach upset first and then muscle pain and fever.
Understanding Infection by larvae of Trichinella
There are two phases. In the intestinal phase, there may be diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain, or no symptoms. In the muscle phase, there are fever, swelling around the eyes, muscle swelling and pain, and weakness. Rarely, heart, lung, or nervous system problems occur.
Signs & symptoms
Symptoms vary from person to person. GARD lists these among the most common:
- Swelling around the eyes and face
- Muscle weakness
- Muscle swelling and pain
- Nausea
- Fluid retention (edema)
- Red eyes
Not everyone has every symptom. GARD's list comes from the Human Phenotype Ontology.
Diagnosis
- 1Talk with your doctor
Share the symptoms you've noticed, when they started and your family health history. Notes and photos can help.
- 2See a specialist
Specialists who may be involved include brain and nervous system specialists.
- 3Ask which tests can help
Your care team will decide which exams and tests can confirm the diagnosis.
Care & treatment
- Care team
- Brain and nervous system specialists (neurologists)
- Expert care
- Ask about multidisciplinary care centers for rare conditions
- Treatment
- GARD doesn't list specific treatments for this condition. Your care team will tailor care to your symptoms.
- Research
- Clinical trials and observational studies may be options. See the research section below.
General information, not medical advice. Your care team makes the decisions.
Everyday life
Living with a rare condition is easier with support.
- Connect with rare disease patient organizations for support
- Keep notes on symptoms, changes and questions for appointments
- Ask about patient registries that help research
- Look into financial aid and travel resources for care visits
Quick facts
It is caused by eating raw or undercooked meat (pork or wild game) infected with Trichinella roundworms.
Also known as: infection caused by larvae of trichinella; trichinella caused disease or disorder; trichinella disease or disorder; trichinella infectious disease; trichinelliasis; trichinellosis
Patient organizations
Rare-disease groups that can help
- Global GenesRare Diseases · United States
- National Organization for Rare DisordersRare Diseases · United States
- Genetic AllianceRare Diseases · United States
- RARE FoundationRare Diseases · United States
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