Mesh term Onchocerciasis
Browse to parent terms:Filariasis
Skin Diseases, Parasitic
Description
Infection with nematodes of the genus ONCHOCERCA. Characteristics include the presence of firm subcutaneous nodules filled with adult worms, PRURITUS, and ocular lesions.Browse to child terms:
Onchocerciasis, Ocular
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