No it is not. Elephantiasis is caused by microscopic thread-like parasitic worms which are transmitted by mosquitoes. Therefore, it is impossible for an individual to become infected with elephantiasis when they are in close contact with other infected individuals.
Elephantitis is actually caused by a parasite. The disease is not considered contagious but the parasites that cause it can be spread. The parasite or worms can be spread by mosquitoes but having the parasite alone will not cause the disease. The disease is caused by the parasites blocking glands in the lymphatic system of the human body.
No, elephantiasis is not a contagious disease. It is caused by parasitic worms transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes. The parasites live and reproduce in the lymphatic system, leading to swelling and inflammation of the limbs and genitals.
No, dogs cannot get elephantiasis. Elephantiasis is caused by parasitic worms transmitted to humans by mosquitoes, specifically the filarial worm. Dogs can get heartworm disease from mosquitoes, but it is a different disease caused by a different parasite.
Elephantiasis is caused by parasitic worms transmitted through mosquito bites. These worms block the lymphatic system, leading to severe swelling in the affected body parts, usually the legs and genital area. The disease can be prevented through measures such as mosquito control and mass drug administration campaigns.
I think it was discovered in 1988, but no one knew how to stop it. You can go to http://www.elephantiasis/pictures and it will show what this transforming disease does to an innocent person. WARNING: THEY ARE REAL!!!!!
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No, elephantiasis is not a contagious disease. It is caused by parasitic worms transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes. The parasites live and reproduce in the lymphatic system, leading to swelling and inflammation of the limbs and genitals.
A major symptom of elephantiasis is the swelling of the arms and the legs.
No, elephantiasis is caused by microscopic parasitic threadlike worms
The agents responsible for most of the elephantiasis in the world are filarial worms
Elephantiasis is caused by a microfilarial nematode (very small worm).
Elephantiasis is a disease that causes thickening of the skin and tissue. Elephantiasis can cause certain body parts to swell to the size of a soccer ball or basketball.
the Filarial round worm causes elephantiasis
Carl Fr Hecker has written: 'Die Elephantiasis' -- subject(s): Elephantiasis
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a gross and visible enlargement of the arms and legs Elephantiasis is characterized by the gross enlargement of a limb or areas of the trunk or head.
Elephantiasis can indeed be a fatal disease. If not taken care of individuals may lose mobility or form fatal blood clots.
Other terms for elephantiasis are Barbados leg, elephant leg, morbus herculeus, mal de Cayenne, and myelolymphangioma