Parasitic worm
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Parasitic worms, also known as helminths, are large macroparasites; adults can generally be seen with the naked eye. Many are intestinal worms that are soil-transmitted and infect the gastrointestinal tract. Other parasitic worms such as schistosomes reside in blood vessels.
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See also
- Helminthology - the study of parasitic worms and their effects on their hosts
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