What is another word for Visceral Leishmaniasis?
Pronunciation: [vˈɪsəɹə͡l lɛʃmˈe͡ɪnɪˌasiz] (IPA) 
Visceral leishmaniasis is a serious infectious disease caused by a parasite, which affects the internal organs of the body. This condition can also be referred to as kala-azar, black fever, or simply leishmaniasis. The term kala-azar is mostly used in the Indian subcontinent, where the disease is most prevalent. Black fever is a term that dates back to the early 1900s, when the disease caused darkening of the skin. Leishmaniasis is the generic term for the group of diseases caused by the parasite, which can affect the skin, mucosal surfaces, or internal organs. Regardless of its name, visceral leishmaniasis requires prompt diagnosis and treatment to prevent potential complications.
