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The Real Causes Of Elephantiasis Disease: What You Need To Know by ekwe552: 6:23am On Jan 28, 2022 |
Elephantiasis, also widely recognized as lymphatic filariasis, is a very rare mosquito-borne disease. The common name comes from the fact that it causes your arms and legs to swell and become much larger than they should be if you have it. Swollen sex organs and breasts are also possible. The affected skin can thicken and harden, resembling that of an elephant. It is more prevalent in tropical and subtropical climates. There are medicines and treatments provided to assist with the swelling and discomfort if you have it. Causes Elephantiasis is usually contracted by being bitten by a large number of mosquitoes over a long period of time in a country where certain types of roundworms are proven to occur. It begins when you are bitten by mosquitoes carrying roundworm larvae. The tiny larvae grow and survive in your bloodstream. They complete their maturation in your lymphatic system. READ MORE VISIT:https://www.healthlifekit.com/2022/01/the-real-causes-of-elephantiasis.html
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