Can you get tape worm from fruits?

It is possible to get a tapeworm infection from eating raw or undercooked fruits, but it is not common. Tapeworm infections are usually caused by eating raw or undercooked meat, fish, or poultry, and they can also be transmitted through contaminated water or soil.

Fruit can become contaminated with tapeworm eggs if it is grown in soil that has been fertilized with human feces, or if it is washed with contaminated water. The tapeworm eggs can then be ingested when the fruit is eaten raw. In some cases, fruit flies can carry tapeworm eggs and deposit them on fruit.

Tapeworms are flat, segmented worms that can grow to be several feet long. They can cause a variety of symptoms, including abdominal pain, diarrhea, weight loss, and fatigue. In some cases, they can also cause more serious health problems, such as intestinal obstruction and malnutrition.

If you are concerned about getting a tapeworm infection from fruit, you can take steps to reduce your risk, such as:

- Washing all fruits thoroughly before eating them.

- Peeling fruits before eating them.

- Cooking fruits thoroughly before eating them.

- Avoiding eating fruit that has been grown in soil that has been fertilized with human feces.

- Avoiding eating fruit that has been washed with contaminated water.

If you think you may have a tapeworm infection, it is important to see a doctor so that you can be properly diagnosed and treated.