The Most Horrifying Parasites!
Science breaks down the creepiest parasites on the planet! SUBSCRIBE - http://bit.ly/10kWnZ7 James Cook University - http://bit.ly/1gvKQ01 Special thanks to JCU and Dr. Kate Hutson. Check...
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Parasites have a nasty reputation - but is really fair to fear these little guys? Well, yes - and if you don't think so, here's why these terrifying creatures are worth avoiding at all costs! As if you need another reason to hate mosquitoes - when they bite humans they can leave larvae of the parasitic Filarial Worm. These worms live and grow in our bodies, sometimes taking years to mature into full adults, leaving only inconspicuous rashes and sores. Years later, they work together to block the vessels of your lymphatic system, creating a build-up of fluid and leading to diseases like elephantiasis. This is one of the leading causes of disability in the world. Another worm worth hating is the pinworm. Pinworm eggs are often eaten because of contaminat...
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Parasites have a nasty reputation - but is really fair to fear these little guys? Well, yes - and if you don't think so, here's why these terrifying creatures are worth avoiding at all costs! As if you need another reason to hate mosquitoes - when they bite humans they can leave larvae of the parasitic Filarial Worm. These worms live and grow in our bodies, sometimes taking years to mature into full adults, leaving only inconspicuous rashes and sores. Years later, they work together to block the vessels of your lymphatic system, creating a build-up of fluid and leading to diseases like elephantiasis. This is one of the leading causes of disability in the world. Another worm worth hating is the pinworm. Pinworm eggs are often eaten because of contaminat...
