Schistosomiasis, caused by parasitic Schistosoma species, is a common neglected tropical disease prevalent in sub-Saharan Africa, including Sudan. While urinary tract infections are more frequent, intestinal schistosomiasis is rare. The disease presents with nonspecific symptoms, often leading to misdiagnosis as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
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