Intestinal tapeworms usually don't cause major complications. However, if one grows large enough, it can actually block your appendix, leading to appendicitis. A large tapeworm can also block the pancreatic duct or bile ducts, preventing vital digestive fluids from traveling from your pancreas, gallbladder, and liver to your intestines.

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