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Schistosomiasis - Glossary


Glossary

Parasite: An organism that obtains its nourishment by living within or on another host organism.

Helminths: These are worm parasites. They can often be seen with the naked eye.

Endemic regions: Certain specified areas where disease occurs, are called endemic regions.

Peritoneal cavity: The abdominal cavity lined by two membranes called the parietal and visceral peritoneum.
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