bilharzia

• Sustantivo que designa una infección o enfermedad causada por gusanos parásitos del género Schistosoma, frecuente en regiones tropicales y subtropicales, con síntomas que varían según los órganos afectados.

A noun referring to an infestation or infection caused by a parasitic worm of the genus Schistosoma, commonly found in tropical regions and the Far East, with symptoms varying based on the affected part of the body.

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1. Parasitic infectionC1formalmedical

   A disease caused by parasitic flatworms of the genus Schistosoma, common in tropical and subtropical regions, often contracted through contaminated water.

   Bilharzia (infección parasitaria)

   • Bilharzia is a major health concern in many developing countries.
   • The patient was diagnosed with bilharzia after returning from a trip to Africa.
   • Prevention of bilharzia involves avoiding contact with infested freshwater.

   Sinónimosbilharziasisschistosomiasis