Most of the parasites infect humans through the consumption of raw or undercooked food, especially seafood. Angiostrongylus cantonensis, commonly called the rat lungworm, is one of the most worrisome parasites since the infection may lead to serious neurological conditions such as eosinophilic meningitis. They are commonly acquired through the consumption of contaminated crustaceans, mollusks, and fish, and the manifestation varies from simple discomfort to severe lethal illness. This article presents a case of a 60-year-old woman to explain the risks of these infections and the importance of food handling, cooking practices, and raising public awareness to avoid such outcomes.
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