Manson’s schistosomiasis

disease
Also known as: intestinal schistosomiasis

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  • schistosomiasis
    In schistosomiasis: Types and process of infection

    (2) Manson’s, or intestinal, schistosomiasis is caused by S. mansoni, found in Africa, the Middle East, the Caribbean, and northern South America. (3) Vesical, or urinary, schistosomiasis is caused by S. haematobium, found throughout Africa and the Middle East.

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