Bladder Worm -

The term "bladder worm" is actually used to describe a few different things depending on who—or what—is infected.

Parasites often have complex life cycles that involve "middlemen" or intermediate hosts. The Pet Perspective (Dogs and Cats) bladder worm

In a broader biological sense, "bladder worm" can refer to the cysticercus , the fluid-filled larval stage of a Taenia tapeworm. How Does Infection Happen? The term "bladder worm" is actually used to

Usually refers to the Capillaria plica (or Pearsonema plica ), a thread-like nematode that lives in the bladder of dogs, cats, and foxes. How Does Infection Happen

For humans, the path is different. Infection usually happens through contact with . Small larvae released by freshwater snails can penetrate human skin during swimming or bathing. Once inside, they travel to the veins of the bladder to lay eggs. Signs and Symptoms: What to Watch For