What is another word for coccidium?
Pronunciation: [kəksˈɪdi͡əm] (IPA) 
Coccidium, also known as coccidia, refers to a group of microscopic parasitic protozoa that can infect humans and animals, causing severe disease and even death in some cases. There are various synonyms for the word coccidium, including Isospora, Eimeria, Cryptosporidium, and Toxoplasma. These synonyms are used to describe specific types or species of coccidia that infect different hosts and cause distinct clinical presentations. For instance, Isospora is commonly found in dogs and cats, while Cryptosporidium is a major cause of diarrhea in humans, particularly those with weakened immune systems. Proper diagnosis and treatment of coccidial infections require identification of the specific species involved, hence the importance of knowing the various synonyms of coccidium.
