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allochka39001 [22]
2 years ago
9

Elephantiasis is caused by _____.

Biology
1 answer:
vova2212 [387]2 years ago
3 0

Answer:

Elephantiasis is caused by nematodes (roundworms).

<h2>What is elephantiasis?</h2>

A chronic filarial disease resulting in lymphatic obstruction, characterized by marked enlargement of the parts affected, especially the legs and scrotum, transmitted by mosquitos.

Elephantiasis is caused by nematodes (round worms). Round worms are any nematode, especially<em> Ascaris lumbricoides</em>, that infests the intestine of humans and other mammals.

Some prevention to take against elephantiasis:

  • Mosquito nets, insect repellent
  • Voodoo healing techniques
  • Elevate and exercise affected body part

Skin treatment

  • Wash area twice daily
  • Antibacterial cream

CDP

  • Lymph drainage, massage, compressive bandages

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