Treatment:

Many patients can be treated with albendazole or mebendazole. These medications are often used for up to 3 months. Another drug, praziquantel, may be helpful combined with albendazole or mebendazole.

The cysts may be removed with surgery, if possible. This can be a complicated surgery.

Expectations (prognosis):

If the cysts respond to oral medication, the likely outcome is good.

Complications:

The cysts may break open (rupture) and cause severe illness, including:

• Fever
• Low blood pressure
• Shock

The cysts may also spread throughout the body.

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if you develop symptoms of this disorder.