Amebiosis is the condition of being infected by amoebae or their parasitic forms. There are several synonyms that refer to this same condition such as amoebic infection, amoebiasis, amoebiosis, amebiasis and amebiosis. These terms are often used interchangeably depending on the medical context or region. Infections caused by amoebae can lead to various diseases such as amoebic dysentery, amoebic liver abscess, and amoebic encephalitis. These are all serious conditions that require prompt medical attention and treatment. Knowing the synonyms for amebiosis is useful for health professionals in identifying and treating patients with these infections.