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Schistosomiasis, also known as bilharziasis or snail fever

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Can you get Schistosomiasis twice?

no


Does Schistosomiasis kill?

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.


Is Schistosomiasis contagious?

Schistosomiasis, or bilharzia, is usually not spread directly from one person to another. It usually spreads by exposure to water in which the snails that serve as the host for the parasite are found. An infected person passes the parasites on to the snails, where the parasite continues its life cycle, and is released into the water to infect another person.


Can schistosomiasis kill you?

yes


What has the author Rameses Girges written?

Rameses Girges has written: 'Schistosomiasis (bilharziasis)' -- subject(s): Schistosoma, Schistosomiasis


What are the treatments for schistosomiasis?

The use of medications against schistosomiasis, such as praziquantel (Biltricide), oxamniquine, and metrifonate, have been shown to be safe and effective.


What is the pathognomonic of schistosomiasis?

Gaucher disease


Where could one find information about schistosomiasis?

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.


What spreads schistosomiasis aka bilharziasis?

Flatworm


Can you cure Schistosomiasis?

easily- go to your gp


What causes intestinal schistosomiasis?

Schistosomiasis is caused by blood flukes which live in the arteries. The male and felmale worms are closely attached to each other and produce eggs which burrow through tissues until they reach the bladder and are eliminated via urination.it is prevalent along the Nile River.


What are the symptoms of urinary tract schistosomiasis?

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.