BILHARZIASIS


Meaning of BILHARZIASIS in English

a parasite infection by a trematode worm acquired from infested water. Also known as schistosomiasis. Species which live in man can produce liver, bladder, and gastrointestinal problems. Species of the schistosomiasis parasite which cannot live in man cause swimmer’s itch.

English dictionary of medicine.      Английский словарь медицины.