What is another word for fasciolopsis?
Pronunciation: [fˌasɪəlˈɒpsɪs] (IPA) 
Fasciolopsis is a parasitic worm that infects the intestines of animals and humans, causing severe health problems. Some common synonyms for fasciolopsis are giant intestinal fluke, liver fluke, and trematode. Trematode is a term used to describe a broad class of parasitic flatworms, which include fasciolopsis. Other synonyms for fasciolopsis include fasciola, fluke, and snail fever. Some scientific names for the parasite include Fasciolopsis buski and Fasciola gigantica. Despite the different names, all of these terms describe the same type of parasitic worm that can have devastating effects on the health of those infected.
