Toxoplasmosis

Cat parasite dangerous in pregnancy, causes brain cysts. Obligate intracellular protozoa causing chorioretinitis and encephalitis.

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Toxoplasma gondii is a "mind control parasite" that literally manipulates mammalian behavior to complete its life cycle. Infected rodents lose their fear of cats and are actually attracted to cat urine, essentially turning prey animals into willing victims through neurochemical manipulation.

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