ANISAKIASES Meaning and
Definition
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Anisakiases, also known as anisakidosis, is a parasitic infection caused by the consumption of raw or undercooked seafood contaminated with Anisakis larvae. It is primarily associated with the ingestion of fish, such as herring, cod, salmon, mackerel, and sardines. Anisakiases is defined by gastrointestinal symptoms that occur within hours of consuming infected fish.
The life cycle of Anisakis involves marine mammals acting as the definitive host and fish acting as intermediate hosts. The larvae are released into the water through the feces of marine mammals, which are then consumed by fish. Humans become accidental hosts when they consume raw or undercooked infected fish. Upon ingestion, the larvae can penetrate the human stomach or intestine, causing symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Diagnosing anisakiases can be challenging as it closely resembles other gastrointestinal conditions. However, a thorough medical history, including recent consumption of raw or undercooked fish, can provide valuable clues. In some cases, endoscopy may be performed to detect larvae in the gastrointestinal tract.
Treatment usually involves the removal of the larvae through endoscopy or surgery if necessary. Medications such as antiparasitic drugs may also be prescribed to relieve symptoms and combat the infection. Preventative measures include properly cooking fish to kill any potential parasites and avoiding the consumption of raw or undercooked seafood.
Although anisakiases is relatively rare, awareness of this parasitic infection is important for individuals who frequently consume raw or undercooked fish, as prompt diagnosis and treatment can help prevent significant complications and long-term health issues.
Common Misspellings for ANISAKIASES
- znisakiases
- snisakiases
- wnisakiases
- qnisakiases
- abisakiases
- amisakiases
- ajisakiases
- ahisakiases
- anusakiases
- anjsakiases
- anksakiases
- anosakiases
- an9sakiases
- an8sakiases
- aniaakiases
- anizakiases
- anixakiases
- anidakiases
- anieakiases
- aniwakiases
Etymology of ANISAKIASES
The word "Anisakiases" is derived from the term "anisakiasis". The term "anisakiasis" was coined by two Japanese scientists, Yamaguti and Kojima, in 1964. It combines two elements: "Anisakis", the name of the genus of parasitic worms causing the disease, and "-iasis", a suffix used in medical terminology to denote a disease or pathological condition. "Anisakis" itself originates from the Greek word "anisos", meaning "unequal" or "uneven", which refers to the unequal shape of the male and female worms of this genus.
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