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Amoebiasis: An infectious disease caused by a free-living amoebic parasite called Entamoeba histolytica. The organism infects the bowel and causes gastroenteritis. Infection occurs through ingesting contaminated food or water. It is more common in countries with poor sanitation. The incubation period may last from days to weeks before symptoms appear. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Amoebiasis is available below.
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Infection by a disease-causing ameba - (Source - WordNet 2.1)
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