👉 Cankerworts, also known as "cankers" or "canker," are a family of worms that cause severe gastrointestinal problems in humans. These worms feed on human feces and produce an unpleasant odor when they emerge from their burrows. They typically start out small and can grow to be large, with a diameter of up to 10 inches (25 cm). Cankers are often found in the mouth, throat, stomach, or intestines. They can cause
