<disease> A condition resulting from leeches attaching themselves to the skin or being taken into the mouth or nose while drinking. ... Origin: L. Hirudo, leech, + G. -iasis, condition ... (05 Mar 2000) ... 
Type: Term Pronunciation: hir′ū-di-nī′ă-sis Definitions: 1. A condition resulting from leeches, attaching themselves to the skin or being taken into the mouth or nose while drinking.
hirudiniasis A condition resulting from leeches attaching themselves to the skin or being taken into the mouth or nose while drinking.