Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
iasis
noun
/ˈaɪ.əsɪs/
Definition
A pathological condition caused by the presence of a specific organism or substance in the body.
Examples
- Schistosomiasis is a type of iasis caused by parasitic worms that can live in the blood vessels.
- Leishmaniasis is another example of iasis, caused by the Leishmania parasites.
Meaning
The term refers to a disease or abnormal condition that is often associated with a parasitic infection.
Synonyms
- disease
- condition
