noun
- a parasitic disease caused by infection with schistosome worms, transmitted through contaminated water and affecting the urinary and digestive systems
Usage: also called schistosomiasis; primarily found in tropical and subtropical regions; medical/scientific term
Examples
- Bilharzia is endemic in parts of Africa and the Middle East.
- The disease bilharzia affects millions of people in developing countries.
- Contaminated water sources are the primary cause of bilharzia transmission.
- Symptoms of bilharzia include fever, rash, and abdominal pain.
- Public health campaigns aim to reduce bilharzia infection rates through improved sanitation.