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taeniasis
taeniasis (tee-ny-ă-sis) n. an infestation with tapeworms of the genus Taenia, resulting from ingestion of raw or undercooked meat containing the larval stage of the parasite. Symptoms include increased appetite, hunger pains, weakness, and weight loss. See also cysticercosis.
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taeniasis
taeniasis Infection with tapeworms of the genus Taenia.
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DAVID A. BENDER. "taeniasis." A Dictionary of Food and Nutrition. 2005. Encyclopedia.com. 10 Feb. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>. DAVID A. BENDER. "taeniasis." A Dictionary of Food and Nutrition. 2005. Encyclopedia.com. (February 10, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O39-taeniasis.html DAVID A. BENDER. "taeniasis." A Dictionary of Food and Nutrition. 2005. Retrieved February 10, 2012 from Encyclopedia.com: http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O39-taeniasis.html |
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