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Flatworms are Not a “Fluke”
…But They ARE Parasites
Flukes are flatworm parasites that have two ventral suckers, allowing them to attach themselves to their hosts.
Humans usually become infected by eating undercooked or raw seafood (can you say “Sushi”?), infected vegetables such as watercress or water chestnuts, or drinking, swimming, or wading in [...]
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