Lymphatic Filariasis Flashcards

1
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What is the cause?

A

Nemotodes of the family Filariodidea.

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What is the transmission?

A

Person to person by mosquito bites of the genus Culex.

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3
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What are symptoms?

A

lymphedema or, in men, a swelling of the scrotum called hydrocele.

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4
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What is the treatment?

A

Diethylcarbamazine citrate

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