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common roundworm

/ˈkɒmən ˈraʊndwɜːrm/

Traducción: Nematodo parásito Ascaris lumbricoides que infecta el intestino de humanos y otros mamíferos, causando ascariasis.

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/ˈkɒmən ˈraʊndwɜːrm/C1formalmedical
  • esNematodo parásito Ascaris lumbricoides que infecta el intestino de humanos y otros mamíferos, causando ascariasis.

A parasitic nematode, Ascaris lumbricoides, that infects the intestines of humans and other mammals, causing ascariasis.

  1. Parasitic roundwormC1formal

    A type of parasitic nematode that commonly infects the intestines of humans and animals, causing ascariasis.

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    • The common roundworm, Ascaris lumbricoides, is one of the most widespread human parasites.
    • Children in areas with poor sanitation are at high risk of infection by the common roundworm.
    • Treatment for common roundworm infection usually involves antiparasitic medication.