giardiasis
/ˌdʒiɑrˈdaɪəsɪs/
noun
- An infection of the intestines caused by the giardia parasite, characterized by diarrhea, stomach pain, and nausea.
- Giardiasis is often treated with antibiotics prescribed by a doctor.
- The outbreak of giardiasis was traced to a contaminated public swimming pool.
- Symptoms of giardiasis usually appear one to three weeks after exposure.