MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories Medical Mysteries - "It Moves"
Aug 1, 2024
A young woman experiences a strange burning sensation while fishing in Alaska, leading to a disturbing discovery. She encounters a rare eye parasite that forces her to confront her own health in a chilling and suspenseful journey. As she grapples with the psychological effects of her infection, she learns to adapt to life at sea and the importance of health guidelines. This captivating story blends horror with relatable adventure, leaving listeners both fascinated and unnerved.
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Seeking Medical Help
- Abby showed the worm to Allison, a fellow crew member, who was shocked.
- They researched salmon worms, but found no connection to human infections, prompting Abby to seek medical help.
Oregon Specialists
- Abby visited eye specialists in Oregon, who initially dismissed her concerns as mucus.
- After waiting, Abby felt the worms move, prompting the specialists to discover and remove more worms from her eye.
CDC Investigation
- Dr. Richard Bradbury, a parasite expert at the CDC, received Abby's worm sample.
- After examining the worms, he determined they were Thelazia gulosa, a cattle eye worm never before seen in humans.