Can spargana be killed by high temperature?

Spargana can be killed by high temperatures.

Spargana are irregular, unsegmented, white, elongated larvae. They have strong mobility and contractile ability. Infection usually occurs through consuming raw or undercooked snakes, frogs, or animals such as chickens and pigs. Generally, a single sparganum can be killed by exposure to boiling water at 100°C. Spargana infection may cause localized itching, pain, and swelling under the skin. In severe cases, the parasite may invade the brain, leading to central nervous system symptoms such as seizures, headaches, and epilepsy. This typically results from nodules formed by spargana under the skin, which require prompt surgical treatment at a hospital.

In daily life, individuals should avoid eating raw or undercooked food and ensure all ingredients are thoroughly cooked before consumption. It is especially important to avoid consuming raw wild game and drinking contaminated water or untreated raw water. Additionally, maintaining good hygiene practices—such as promptly disinfecting and washing knives and cutting boards after handling raw meat—can significantly reduce the risk of spargana infection.