Parasitic helminths only cause very rare tropical diseases.

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Parasitic helminths can cause a variety of diseases and infections, some of which are not limited to tropical regions. Examples include whipworm infections (Trichuriasis) and pinworm infections (Enterobiasis), which are common in temperate regions. However, there are also some tropical diseases caused by parasitic helminths, such as schistosomiasis, elephantiasis, and onchocerciasis.

Parasitic Helminths Only Cause Very Rare Tropical Diseases