Infestation or infection with parasitic organisms that form cysts, particularly relating to parasitic worms.
From Greek 'kystis' (cyst), 'elko' (ulcer/sore), and '-osis' (condition), describing a diseased state from cyst-forming parasites.
Cystelcosis is particularly relevant in areas where people eat undercooked meat—tapeworm cysts develop in muscle tissue and can cause devastating neurological damage if the parasites reach the brain, a condition called neurocysticercosis.
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