schistosome dermatitis n.
An itching inflammation of the skin caused by parasitic larvae of certain schistosomes that penetrates the skin of persons who bathe in infested water. Also called swimmer's itch.
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| a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes. |
| a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc. |
| schistosome dermatitis | |
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| a sensitization reaction to repeated invasion of the skin by cercariae of schistosomes |