Bahima disease
Bahima Disease
Bahima disease (pronounced: bəˈhiːmə diːˈziːz) is a medical condition that primarily affects the Bahima people, a pastoralist ethnic group in Uganda. The disease is characterized by a variety of symptoms, including anemia, malnutrition, and gastrointestinal disorders.
Etymology
The term "Bahima disease" is derived from the name of the ethnic group most commonly affected by the condition. The Bahima are a pastoralist community in Uganda, and the disease is thought to be linked to their traditional diet and lifestyle.
Symptoms
The symptoms of Bahima disease can vary widely, but often include:
- Anemia: A condition characterized by a lack of healthy red blood cells in the body.
- Malnutrition: A state of poor nutrition that can occur when the body does not get enough of the nutrients it needs.
- Gastrointestinal disorders: A range of conditions that affect the digestive system, including the stomach and intestines.
Related Terms
- Anemia: A condition in which there is a deficiency of red cells or of haemoglobin in the blood, resulting in pallor and weariness.
- Malnutrition: Lack of proper nutrition, caused by not having enough to eat, not eating enough of the right things, or being unable to use the food that one does eat.
- Gastrointestinal disorders: Any disorder affecting any part of the digestive tract from the esophagus to the rectum.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bahima disease
- Wikipedia's article - Bahima disease
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