Echinococcus (Noun)
Meaning
Tapeworms whose larvae are parasitic in humans and domestic animals.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The echinococcus tapeworm is a serious parasite that can cause significant health problems in humans and animals.
- Infection with echinococcus can occur through contact with contaminated feces or contaminated food and water.
- The echinococcus parasite can cause cysts to form in the liver, lungs, and other organs of infected animals.
- Humans can become infected with echinococcus by accidentally ingesting the eggs of the parasite, often through contaminated food or water.
- The echinococcus parasite is typically found in wild canids, such as wolves and foxes, but can also infect domestic dogs and other animals.