schistosome dermatitis meaning

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schistosome dermatitis (noun): a sensitization reaction to repeated invasion of the skin by cercariae of schistosomes.

Definition of schistosome dermatitis

  1. a sensitization reaction to repeated invasion of the skin by cercariae of schistosomes

    Synonyms: swimmer's itch

    Type of: dermatitis

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