Amebic dysentery is an intestinal illness caused by a microscopic parasite. Almost anyone can contract the disease, though it is most often seen in people arriving from tropical or subtropical areas. It is spread by the contamination of food and water, most commonly where sanitation is poor. This book explores the causes and symptoms of amebic dysentery, how it is spread, and how itís treated. Most importantly, it provides important information on how to identify amebic dysentery and how to keep it from spreading.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Rosen Publishing Group
ISBN-10
0823941965
ISBN-13
9780823941964
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2474598
Product Key Features
Book Title
Amebic Dysentery
Author
Melanie Ann Apel
Format
Library Binding
Language
English
Topic
Health & Daily Living / Diseases, Illnesses & Injuries
Publication Year
2003
Book Series
Epidemics: Deadly Diseases Throughout History Ser.