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What are the most common types of filariasis?
The two most common types of the disease are Bancroftian and Malayan filariasis, both forms of lymphatic filariasis.
How many people have lymphatic filariasis?
It is estimated that 120 million people in the world have lymphatic filariasis
How is lymphatic filariasis diagnosed?
The only sure way to diagnose lymphatic filariasis is by detecting the parasite itself, either the adult worms or the microfilariae
When filariae block lymphatic vessels they cause the disease called?
Lymphatic Filariasis
What is Elephantiasis' scientific name?
Elephantiasis' scientific name is lymphatic filariasis. It is a parasitic disease caused by thread-like worms transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes.
Which disease does culex spread?
West Nile Virus and Filariasis. Filariasis is caused by nematodes which affect primarily lymphatic nodes and cause elephantiasis.
Is lymphatic filariasis contagiousness?
yes, it's pass from person to person by mosquitioes.
Is there a cure for ELEPHANTIASIS?
The current first line treatment of lympatic filariasis is diethylcarbamazine. Medicines to treat lymphatic filariasis are most effective when used soon after infection, but they do have some toxic side effects. The disease is hard to detect early.
How many elephantiasis cases in the philippines in 1997?
In 1997, the Philippines reported around 1,000 cases of elephantiasis, primarily caused by lymphatic filariasis. This parasitic disease is transmitted by mosquitoes and leads to severe swelling and deformities. Efforts to control and eliminate lymphatic filariasis have been ongoing in the country since then.
Is Filariasis virus?
No Lymphatic Filaraisis is not a virus. It is caused by three different types of parasites called Wuchereria bancrofti, Brugia malayi, and Brugi Timori
How is Brugia malayi harmful to humans?
Brugia malayi is a roundworm nematode found in Southeast Asia. It causes lymphatic filariasis (elephantiasis) in humans and is transmitted by mosquitoes.
Where is elephantiasis most common?
Elephantiasis is most commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in parts of Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It is primarily caused by parasitic infections, particularly lymphatic filariasis, which is transmitted by mosquitoes. Countries like India, Indonesia, and Nigeria report higher prevalence rates. The condition results in severe swelling and deformities, primarily affecting the limbs and genitals.
