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helminthiasis

/hɛlmɪnθˈaɪəsɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does helminthiasis mean?

noun

A disease caused by parasitic worms, especially tapeworms or roundworms.

Example

"The patient was diagnosed with helminthiasis after complaining of persistent abdominal pain."

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