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Definition of Giardiasis
1. Noun. Infection of the intestines with protozoa found in contaminated food and water; characterized by diarrhea and nausea and flatulence and abdominal discomfort.
Generic synonyms: Protozoal Infection
Definition of Giardiasis
1. Noun. An infectious diarrheal disease caused by the ''Giardia lamblia'' parasite. ¹
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Definition of Giardiasis
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Medical Definition of Giardiasis
1. An infection of the small intestine caused by the flagellated protozoan giardia lamblia. It is spread via contaminated food and water and by direct person-to-person contact. (12 Dec 1998)