Ep 5. Worms Are Eating My Lungs
- TV-14
- November 12, 2015
- 40 min
A woman experiences severe chest pains and difficulty breathing, leading her to seek medical attention. Doctors discover a mass in her lung and perform surgery to remove it, but during the procedure, they find several small worms within the mass. The woman is diagnosed with a parasitic infection and begins treatment to eradicate the worms. However, the infection has spread to other parts of her body, and she must undergo additional treatment to ensure the parasites are completely eliminated. The episode follows her journey to recovery and highlights the dangers of parasitic infections, particularly those acquired through travel or consumption of contaminated food or water. Experts provide insight into the different types of parasites that can infect humans, the symptoms they cause, and how to prevent and treat infections. The episode also highlights the importance of seeking medical attention early and receiving prompt and accurate diagnoses in order to minimize the risk of complications and long-term health effects.