amebiasis

/ˌæmɪˈbeɪsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

a disease caused by infection with the amoeba Entamoeba histolytica, typically characterized by dysentery, diarrhea, or intestinal ulcers.

“The patient was diagnosed with amebiasis after experiencing severe abdominal pain and bloody stools.”

Synonyms

  • amoebiasis

Antonyms

  • health