Mansonelliasis (or mansonellosis) is the condition of infection by the nematode Mansonella. The disease exists in Africa and tropical Americas, spread by biting midges or blackflies. It is usually asymptomatic. == History == Mansonelliasis, in the form of M. ozzardi, was first documented in 1897 (6). ==Epidemiology == Mansonelliasis is found in La...
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Infection with nematodes of the genus mansonella. Symptoms include pruritus, headache, and articular swelling. ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
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Type: Term Pronunciation: man′sō-nel-ī′ă-sis Definitions: 1. Infection with a species of Mansonella, transmitted to humans by biting midges of the genus Culicoides; adult worms live in the serous cavities, especially the peritoneal cavity, in mesenteric and perivisceral adipose tissue, and in the skin.
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