If treated early, prognosis is very good and complete recovery is expected.but people can die from the effects of untreated schistomiasis.With treatment, the number of worms can be substantially reduced, and the secondary conditions can be treated.
Schistosomiasis, also known as bilharziasis or snail fever
no
Yes, schistosomiasis certainly can kill. Although, it is also easily preventable as well as curable. Go to... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schistosomiasis#History ...for more information.
yes
Rameses Girges has written: 'Schistosomiasis (bilharziasis)' -- subject(s): Schistosoma, Schistosomiasis
The use of medications against schistosomiasis, such as praziquantel (Biltricide), oxamniquine, and metrifonate, have been shown to be safe and effective.
Gaucher disease
Information on schistosomiasis can be found in medical text books on tropical medicine. Alternatively it can be researched online at sites such as WebMD or NHS Choices. Schistosomiasis is a parasitic infection which is also known as bilharzia.
No, schistosomiasis is not autotrophic. Schistosomiasis is caused by parasitic flatworms called schistosomes, which are heterotrophic organisms. They obtain their nutrients by feeding on the host's tissues and blood rather than producing their own food through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis, as autotrophic organisms do.
Flatworm
Prognosis Pro = prior or before Gnosis = knowledge
easily- go to your gp