giardiasis

• Nom désignant une infection intestinale causée par un parasite protozoaire présent dans les aliments ou l'eau contaminés, caractérisée par des diarrhées, des nausées, des ballonnements et des douleurs abdominales.

A noun referring to an intestinal infection caused by protozoa found in contaminated food or water, characterized by diarrhea, nausea, flatulence, and abdominal discomfort.

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1. Intestinal infectionC1formalmedical

   An infection of the small intestine caused by the protozoan parasite Giardia lamblia, typically contracted from contaminated water or food.

   Giardiase

   • The hikers contracted giardiasis after drinking untreated stream water.
   • Symptoms of giardiasis include diarrhea, stomach cramps, and nausea.
   • Treatment for giardiasis usually involves a course of specific antibiotics.