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Tapeworms can be small in size. They can also break into segments and still survive as long as the head of the worm is still attached.

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The tapeworm uses these hooks to hang on to the walls of the intestines for survival

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Tapeworms grow inside of the host and attach themselves to the lining of the intestines

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This cestoda, commonly known as tapeworm, is currently still attached to the intestinal wall inside of the bear.

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Prevention practices include washing hands very well with soap, wash food with safe water before cooking thoroughly, and avoid eating raw or under cooked meats.

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For treatment, oral medications such as Biltricide and Albenza help to poison the adult tapeworm and kill it. After the death of the tapeworm, it is passed in the feces of the host.

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Tapeworms can possibly reach lengths up to 50 ft inside of a human.

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Taeniasis is a disease caused by a tapeworm. Symptoms include abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea and/or constipation.