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Lymphatic Filariasis
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Summary
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
.
Concepts
Parasitology
Vector-borne Disease
Mosquito Transmission
Wuchereria Bancrofti
Brugia Malayi
Brugia Timori
Elephantiasis
Lymphedema
Mass Drug Administration
Global Health
Neglected Tropical Diseases
Anthelmintic Treatment
Public Health Interventions
Infectious Disease Epidemiology
Disease Eradication
Lymphatic Obstruction
Preventive Chemotherapy
Microfilariae
Lymphatic Disorders
Filariasis
Nematode Infections
Relevant Degrees
Communicable Diseases 88%
Skin Pathology 13%
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