Hookworm
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Hookworm | |
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Term | Hookworm |
Short definition | infestation by a small, round, blood-sucking parasite; commonly causes a rash on the foot, but can also cause cough, pneumonia, and anemia |
Type | Medical term |
Specialty | General |
Language | English |
Source | AMA |
Comments |
Hookworm (definition) infestation by a small, round, blood-sucking parasite; commonly causes a rash on the foot, but can also cause cough, pneumonia, and anemia
==Hookworm (overview)==