Q: Which doctor should I consult for schistosomiasis?
A: Patients affected with schistosomiasis may consult their family physician who will recommend the necessary diagnostic tests to identify the condition and depending on the organ affected may refer to a urologist for bladder problem or gastroenterologist for intestinal problem.
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Q: What are the other names for schistosomiasis?
A: The other names for schistosomiasis are snail fever and bilharzia.
Q: Which are the countries where schistosomiasis has been successfully controlled?
A: Saudi Arabia, China, Brazil, Egypt, Cambodia and Mauritius are some of the countries where schistosomiasis has been successfully controlled.
Q: Which other disease conditions are observed in schistosomiasis-infected individuals?
A: Schistosomiasis-infected individuals are susceptible to tuberculosis, acquired-immunodeficiency virus infections, and malaria.
