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Essay Galaxy - Elephantiasis
Elephantiasis
I did my report on filariasis, which is more commonly known as
elephantiasis. Elephantiasis is the late phase of filariasis. Filariasis
is a tropical mosquito born parasitic disease causing obstruction of the
lymph vessels. In some people the presence of the worm causes a tissue
reaction that causes the lymph flow to be blocked. This blockage produces
lymphedema which is a swelling and can eventually lead to a tremendous
enlargement of an extremity or organ. When elephantiasis follows repeated
infection, parts of the body -- particularly the legs -- become grossly
enlarged and the surrounding skin hardens and ulcerates. Certain types of
elephantiasis can be treated surgically. Elephantiasis of the legs is
usually treated with elastic bandages and frequent elevation of the legs.
The leg and foot, may swell to elephantine size. There may be allergic
react....
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