bilharzic

/ˌbɪlhɑːrzɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or caused by bilharzia, a disease caused by parasitic flatworms

“The bilharzic infections have been rising in the local community due to poor water quality.”

2. noun

a disease caused by parasitic flatworms

“The patient was diagnosed with bilharzic disease after returning from a trip to Africa.”

Synonyms

  • bilharzial
  • schistosomal