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==Geographic Distribution==

Fascioliasis occurs worldwide. Human infections with ''F. hepatica'' are found in areas where sheep and [[cattle]] are raised, and where humans consume raw [[watercress]], including [[Europe]], the [[Middle East]], and [[Asia]]. Infections with F. gigantica have been reported, more rarely, in Asia, [[Africa]], and [[Hawaii]]. Specific snails as intermediate hosts have to be present also.

==Clinical Features==