echinococcosis (Meaning)
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echinococcosis (n)
infestation with larval echinococci (tapeworms)
Synonyms & Antonyms of echinococcosis
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echinococcosis Sentence Examples
- Echinococcosis is a parasitic disease caused by tapeworms of the genus Echinococcus.
- Echinococcosis is primarily transmitted through contact with infected animals or their contaminated feces.
- There are two main types of echinococcosis: cystic echinococcosis and alveolar echinococcosis.
- Cystic echinococcosis is caused by the larval stage of the Echinococcus granulosus tapeworm, commonly known as hydatid disease.
- Alveolar echinococcosis is caused by the larval stage of the Echinococcus multilocularis tapeworm.
- Sheep, cattle, horses, and other herbivores can serve as intermediate hosts for Echinococcus species.
- Humans become infected with echinococcosis by ingesting contaminated food or water or through direct contact with infected animals or their fur.
- Symptoms of echinococcosis can vary depending on the type of infection and the location of cysts or lesions.
- Echinococcosis can cause serious health complications, including liver or lung damage, if left untreated.
- Prevention of echinococcosis involves proper hygiene practices, avoiding contact with potentially infected animals, and thorough cooking of meat and vegetables.
FAQs About the word echinococcosis
infestation with larval echinococci (tapeworms)
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Echinococcosis is a parasitic disease caused by tapeworms of the genus Echinococcus.
Echinococcosis is primarily transmitted through contact with infected animals or their contaminated feces.
There are two main types of echinococcosis: cystic echinococcosis and alveolar echinococcosis.
Cystic echinococcosis is caused by the larval stage of the Echinococcus granulosus tapeworm, commonly known as hydatid disease.
