Florida Man Diagnosed with Brain Tapeworms from Undercooked Bacon

A rare case of neurocysticercosis, typically uncommon in the U.S., has been linked to a man's habit of consuming lightly cooked bacon.

A 52-year-old man in Florida was diagnosed with neurocysticercosis after suffering from worsening migraines, which were found to be caused by tapeworm larvae in his brain.
The man's long-standing habit of eating undercooked bacon is believed to be the source of the infection.
This case is considered very rare in the United States, where encountering infected pork is historically unusual.
The patient was successfully treated with anti-parasitic and anti-inflammatory medications, leading to an improvement in his condition.
Health experts warn that this case may have public health implications, highlighting the importance of proper food preparation and hygiene.