Cysticercosis Resembling Cervical Lymphadenopathy, A Rare Presentation: A Case Report Authors

Cysticercosis is one of the commonest human parasitic infections caused by Cysticercus cellulose, the larval stage (cysticerci) of the pork tapeworm Taenia Solium which is normally found in the subcutaneous tissue, central nervous system, striated muscles, eyes, and rarely other body tissues. We report a case of cysticercosis presenting as a soft cystic mass in the right side of the neck region in a middle-aged woman The lesion was surgically excised and the diagnosis was confirmed by microscopic examination. She was subsequently placed on antiparasitic medications. Human cysticercosis can result in devastating effects on human health especially among farming communities in developing countries with poor sanitation. The prevention of cysticercosis includes: good proper hygiene, effective fecal disposal, and vaccines to prevent porcine cysticercosis.

Keywords: Cysticercosis; Cysticercus cellulose; Neurocysticercosis; Lymphadenopathy; Rhabdomyoma