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What is the definition or description of: schistosomiasis?
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Parasitic infection: Schistosoma are a genus of parasitic worms that can cause infections in humans. Depending on the particular species, they occupy certain areas in the circulatory system in the host and can cause localized pathology due to the chronic inflammation there.
Answered 12/22/2012
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