The discovery of schistosomiasis (bilharzia) is attributed to Theodor Bilharz, a German doctor and scientist who identified the parasite causing the disease in 1851.
Schistosomiasis is caused by parasitic worms called Schistosoma. These worms infect humans through contact with contaminated water sources where the parasites live.
The Aswan High Dam was built in Egypt. The dam prevented annual flooding, which had previously limited the spread of schistosomiasis. Once the flooding ceased, snails that carry the parasite were able to thrive in the stagnant water created by the dam, leading to a surge in schistosomiasis cases.
Snails can transmit diseases such as rat lungworm (Angiostrongylus cantonensis) and schistosomiasis to humans. These diseases can be contracted through contact with contaminated snails or their slime.
Schistosomiasis is a parasitic disease caused by blood flukes of the genus Schistosoma. It is commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions where freshwater snails serve as intermediate hosts for the parasite. People become infected with schistosomiasis through contact with contaminated water sources.
The discovery of schistosomiasis (bilharzia) is attributed to Theodor Bilharz, a German doctor and scientist who identified the parasite causing the disease in 1851.
Schistosomiasis, also known as bilharziasis or snail fever
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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.
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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.
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Urinary tract schistosomiasis is characterized by blood in the urine, pain or difficulty urinating, and frequent urination.The loss of blood can lead to iron deficiency anemia. A large percentage of persons.experience urinary tract damage.