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Noun cutaneous leishmaniasis has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebCutaneous LeishmaniasisDescription:Cutaneous leishmaniasis is a parasitic disease caused by the bite of infected sand flies. It affects the skin and mucous membranes, causing skin sores and ulcers. The disease is endemic in certain parts of the world, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. Sense 1 - Medical:In a medical context, cutaneous leishmaniasis refers to the skin infection caused by Leishmania parasites. It is characterized by the development of painless lesions, which may take months to heal without treatment. Sample Sentence:A person infected with cutaneous leishmaniasis may notice a red, raised bump at the site of the sand fly bite. Sense 2 - Popular:Informally, cutaneous leishmaniasis is known as "the Baghdad boil" or "Aleppo button" in some regions. These names originated from the areas where the disease was first described and prevalent. Sample Sentence:The locals warned tourists to take precautions against cutaneous leishmaniasis while visiting the rural areas. Related Products: | ||||
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