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I was in namibia doing the fish river hike in june and we were drinking from isolated pools that had freshwater snails in them, is there any particular check i can do for bilharzia? if i see a gp could they help me, or do i need to see a specialist?

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Dr. Amandeep Kaur answered

Namibia: It is important to know if you have symptoms due to infection. See your GP first and then it can be determined if you need to see specialist after reviewing lab results.

Dr Hickerson agreed

Answered 9/13/2019

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A member asked:

I was in namibia doing the fish river hike in june and we were drinking from isolated pools that had freshwater snails in them, is there any particular check i can do for bilharzia? if i see a gp could they help me, or do i need to see a specialist?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amandeep Kaur answered

Dr Hickerson agreed

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