An eight-centimetre roundworm removed from a New South Wales woman's brain has both intrigued the medical world, and filled the rest of us with a warranted amount of unease.

The parasite - reportedly from a python snake - had been lodged in the woman's head for an extended period of time, creating a wide range of symptoms in the unfortunate patient, from digestion issues to depression.

An eight-centimetre roundworm removed from a New South Wales woman's brain has both intrigued the medical world, and filled the rest of us with a warranted amount of unease.
The parasite - reportedly from a python snake - had been lodged in the woman's head for an extended period of time, creating a wide range of symptoms in the unfortunate patient, from digestion issues to depression.

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It’s a conversation with the people of Perth where you’ll get to know more than just the headline. It connects you with some of the country’s leading experts in health, property and technology.
As well as the latest news, you’ll get informative tips and advice on everything from keeping your garden in bloom to the best travel spots, as well as behind-the-scenes takes on your favourite sports teams.
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