The Silent Epidemic: Neurocysticercosis and Its Impact on Neurological Health

Introduction: Cysticercosis occurs worldwide, affecting more than 2.5 million people. It is the most common parasitic infection of the nervous system, occurring in up to 3.6% of individuals with systemic infection. It is an old disease. In Mexico, for instance, cysticercosis accounts for approximately 25% of intracranial tumors. Humans are infected when they become the intermediate host after ingestion of Taenia Solium, the pork tapeworm. Case Report: In this paper we discuss a case of a 10 - year - old female child patient with no any past medical history who was diagnosed with Neurocysticercosis (NCC) after initially presenting with focal seizures. In addition, we also discuss how this patient was non - surgically managed after radiological and serological confirmation of NCC. Besides case details, we also elaborate on the parasitology of the tapeworm Taenia Solium along with potential sources of infection in this case. Finally, we also discuss, different ways of classifying NCC based on literature review. Conclusion: Thus, this case report highlights a classic presentation of NCC due to eating poorly cooked meat and inappropriate personal hygiene along with image findings and clinical management.