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amoebiasis

/ˌæməˈbiːəsɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does amoebiasis mean?

noun

A disease caused by infection with the amoeba Entamoeba histolytica, characterized by diarrhea, abdominal pain, and weight loss. It is usually spread through contaminated food or water.

Example

"The doctor diagnosed the patient with amoebiasis after conducting a series of tests."

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