Rope Worms: Real or make believe?

There are multiple types of intestinal parasites that can infect human bodies, such as tapeworms, pinworms, hookworms, and more. In recent years, there’s been discussion of another potential intestinal inhabitant called the rope worm. While some doctors and many people believe that “rope worms” are intestinal parasites, it is possible that these “worms” may be strands of intestinal mucus.If so, why is the body making this mucus? No matter which, many people suffer severely from this medical condition. We will discuss the theories as to what may be the cause(s), as well as what is proving to be an effective and safe treatment for this serious condition.