amebiasis
/ˌæmɪˈbaɪəsɪs/
noun
- An infection of the intestines caused by amoebas, often leading to diarrhea and stomach pain.
- Amebiasis is common in areas with poor sanitation.
- Symptoms of amebiasis include stomach cramps and loose stools.
- The doctor diagnosed the patient with amebiasis after testing a stool sample.