Schistosomiasis

Schistosomiasis is a parasitic infection caused by worms that live in contaminated fresh water and that can enter the body through the skin.

Possible manifestations: After contact with infected water, itching of the skin may appear, and later digestive discomfort, blood in the urine or stool, or general malaise, depending on the organs affected.

When to seek care? Persistent digestive or urinary symptoms after traveling or bathing in waters of areas where this disease exists warrant a check-up.

Which specialists treat it? The dermatologist evaluates the manifestations in the skin and the gastroenterologist the digestive discomfort. If you have symptoms after exposure to suspicious fresh water, it is advisable to discuss it with one of these professionals for an appropriate evaluation.