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Where is Schistosoma mansoni most prevalent?
Schistosoma mansoni is widespread in Africa, the Eastern-Mediterranean, the Caribbean, and South America and can only infect humans and rodents.
What has the author Antoinette M Owczarek written?
Antoinette M Owczarek has written: 'Proline synthesis and release in schistosoma mansoni' -- subject(s): Synthesis, Amino acids, Schistosoma mansoni
What are the most common species of schistosomes?
The most common species of schistosomes that infect humans are Schistosoma mansoni, Schistosoma haematobium, and Schistosoma japonicum. Each of these species is associated with distinct geographical regions and transmission patterns.
What type of flatworm causes schistosomiasis?
Schistosomiasis is caused by parasitic flatworms of the genus Schistosoma. The most common species responsible for the disease are Schistosoma mansoni, Schistosoma haematobium, and Schistosoma japonicum. These trematodes, or flukes, typically inhabit freshwater environments and infect humans through skin contact with contaminated water, leading to significant health issues if left untreated.
When was Schistosoma indicum created?
Schistosoma indicum was created in 1906.
Is a schistosoma a nematode?
Schistosoma is not a nematode, is a genus of Trematode under Phylum Platyhelminthes meaning the flatworms, nematode are round unsegmented worms.
Are flukes schistosoma endoparasite and digenean?
Yes.
What lives in and around the River Nile?
Schistosoma live in the Nile.
Name one example of a parasite causing harm to it's host?
The parasitic worm Schistosoma mansoni causes schistosomiasis in humans. The parasite's eggs can cause damage to the liver, intestines, bladder, and other organs, leading to symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and blood in the urine.
What can be done to control the spread of bilharzia?
contaminated by worm eggs finds its way into fresh water, the cycle begins again. Schistosomiasis, also known as bilharzia... Don't go swimming with the snails.... People become infected with Schistosoma when they wade, swim or bathe
What has the author Edward Jonathan Pearce written?
Edward Jonathan Pearce has written: 'Studies on immunity to schistooma mansoni in the guinea pig'
What is la culebra disease?
La culebra disease is a parasitic infection caused by the trematode Schistosoma mansoni. It is transmitted through contact with contaminated freshwater in certain regions of Africa, South America, and the Middle East. Symptoms can include fever, abdominal pain, and liver damage if left untreated.
