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common roundworm

/ˈkɒmən ˈraʊndwɜːrm/

Traduction: Nématode parasite (Ascaris lumbricoides) qui infeste l'intestin humain et celui d'autres mammifères, provoquant l'ascaridiose.

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/ˈkɒmən ˈraʊndwɜːrm/C1formalmedical
  • frNématode parasite (Ascaris lumbricoides) qui infeste l'intestin humain et celui d'autres mammifères, provoquant l'ascaridiose.

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.

    frAscaride lombricoïde

    • 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.