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Dracunculiasis
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Definition
: Infection with nematodes of the genus Dracunculus. One or more worms may be seen at a time, with the legs and feet being the most commonly infected areas. Symptoms include pruritus, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or asthmatic attacks.
nematode infect
Other names
Guinea Worm Infection; Dracunculosis; Worm Disease, Guinea; Infection, Guinea Worm; Guinea Worm Diseases; Dracunculoses; Dracunculiases; Diseases, Guinea Worm; Disease, Guinea Worm; Guinea Worm Disease
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Parasitic infection caused by Dracunculus medinensis
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