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heterophyiasis — Definition
Heterofiyazis / heterophyiasis
Straightphyiasis is a intestinal parasite infection caused by the type of trematod (worm worm) called Straightphyes heterophyes. Infection often smears with the consumption of less cooked or raw freshwater fish. Clinical symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea and weight loss; in severe cases, parasites can lead to ulceration and bleeding by settle in the intestinal wall. In the diagnosis stool, eggs are subject to microscopic examination, antiparasitic drugs such as prazikuantel are used in the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ What is Heterofiyazis?
Heterofiyazis; straightphyiasis is a intestinal parasite infection caused by the type of trematod (worm worm) called Straightphyes heterophyes. Infection often smears with the consumption of less cooked or raw freshwater fish. Clinical symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea and weight loss; in severe cases, parasites can lead to ulceration and bleeding by settle in the intestinal wall. In the diagnosis stool, eggs are subject to microscopic examination, antiparasitic drugs such as prazikuantel are used in the treatment.
❓ What is heterophyiasis in Turkish?
The Turkish equivalent of "heterophyiasis" is Heterofiyazis.
❓ Which medical field is Heterofiyazis related to?
This term belongs to the Diseases category.