1. Plural of leishmaniasis; infectious diseases caused by parasitic protozoa of the genus Leishmania, transmitted by sand flies and affecting the skin, mucous membranes, or internal organs.
Usage: medical/scientific term; plural form

Examples

• Leishmaniases are endemic in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and South America.
• The World Health Organization recognizes leishmaniases as a neglected tropical disease affecting millions worldwide.
• Different forms of leishmaniases include cutaneous, mucocutaneous, and visceral types.
• Sand flies are the primary vectors responsible for transmitting leishmaniases to humans.
• Treatment options for leishmaniases vary depending on the type and severity of infection.