ONCHOCERCIASIS
(noun)Definitions
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Onchocerciasis.
Onchocerciasis - as a noun
Infestation with slender threadlike roundworms (filaria) deposited under the skin by the bite of black fleas; when the eyes are involved it can result in blindness; common in africa and tropical america
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
river blindnessExample Sentences
"The prevalence of onchocerciasis is highest in sub-Saharan Africa."
"The signs and symptoms of onchocerciasis include intense itching and skin nodules."
"The World Health Organization aims to eliminate onchocerciasis as a public health problem by 2030."
"Community-directed treatment with ivermectin is the main strategy to control onchocerciasis."
"The lifecycle of the onchocerciasis parasite involves humans as the primary host and black flies as the vector."
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Yes, onchocerciasis is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ONCHOCERCIASIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.
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