trichiniasis
/ˌtrɪkɪˈnaɪəsɪs/
noun
- A disease caused by infection with trichina worms, usually from eating undercooked meat containing the parasite; also called trichinosis.
- Proper cooking of pork is the best way to prevent trichiniasis.
- Trichiniasis can cause muscle pain, fever, and swelling around the eyes.
- Outbreaks of trichiniasis are rare in countries with strict food safety regulations.