ASCARIDES Meaning and
Definition
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Ascarides, also known as roundworms, are a group of parasitic intestinal nematodes that often infest humans and animals. They belong to the phylum Nematoda and are characterized by their round, elongated bodies and tapered ends. Ascarides can be found in various parts of the world and are typically acquired by ingesting eggs or larvae present in contaminated food, water, or soil.
These parasites primarily inhabit the intestinal tract, where they attach themselves to the lining of the intestines and feed on the host's nutrients. Ascarides can cause various symptoms depending on the severity of the infestation, such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, weight loss, malnutrition, and anemia. In severe cases, they can obstruct the intestines and lead to life-threatening complications.
The life cycle of ascarides involves the ingestion of their eggs or larvae, which then hatch and mature into adult worms in the intestines. The female worms can produce thousands of eggs per day, which are then passed in the feces, continuing the cycle. Proper hygiene practices, such as handwashing, along with access to clean water and sanitation, are crucial in preventing the spread of ascaride infections.
Treatment for ascarides typically involves antiparasitic medications that kill the worms and help expel them from the body. Additionally, measures such as improving hygiene and sanitation practices in affected areas can help reduce the prevalence of ascaride infections.
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Pinworms, intestinal parasites of the species Oxyuris vermicularis.
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Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for ASCARIDES
- zscarides
- sscarides
- wscarides
- qscarides
- aacarides
- azcarides
- axcarides
- adcarides
- aecarides
- awcarides
- asxarides
- asvarides
- asfarides
- asdarides
- asczrides
- ascsrides
- ascwrides
- ascqrides
- ascaeides
Etymology of ASCARIDES
The word "Ascarides" is derived from the Greek word "askarís" (ἀσκαρίς), which means "intestinal worm" or "roundworm". The term was used especially in reference to a species of roundworms, Ascaris lumbricoides, that infect the intestines of humans and other animals. The Greek word "askarís" itself is believed to have originated from the Semitic language Akkadian, specifically from the word "sukkaru", which means "intestinal worm".
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