Filariasis is a parasitic disease caused by infection with thread-like nematodes of the superfamily Filarioidea, transmitted to humans through the bites of infected mosquitoes. It leads to a range of clinical manifestations, including lymphatic filariasis, which can cause severe swelling and disability, and is a major cause of morbidity in tropical and subtropical regions.

Filariasis

Parasitic diseases are infections caused by parasites, which can be protozoa, helminths, or ectoparasites, and they often result in significant morbidity and mortality worldwide, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. Effective control and prevention require a combination of public health measures, improved sanitation, and access to medical treatments, including antiparasitic drugs and vaccines.

Parasitic Disease

Thread-like nematodes

Superfamily Filarioidea

Infected mosquitoes

Clinical manifestations refer to the signs and symptoms associated with a particular disease or condition, serving as crucial indicators for diagnosis and treatment. Understanding these manifestations helps healthcare professionals to identify, monitor, and manage patient health effectively.

Clinical Manifestations

Lymphatic filariasis is a parasitic disease caused by microscopic, thread-like worms transmitted to humans through mosquito bites, leading to severe swelling and disability if untreated. The disease is preventable and treatable, with global efforts focusing on mass drug administration to eliminate it as a public health problem.

Lymphatic Filariasis

Severe swelling

Disability means that some people might need extra help to do things because their bodies or brains work differently. Everyone is special and important, no matter how they do things or what help they need.

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