Question

Elephantiasis is an example of a disease caused by a worm.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A

True

Elephantiasis refers to a parasitic infection that causes extreme swelling in the arms and legs. The disease is caused by the filarial worm, which is transmitted via the female Culex mosquito when it sucks on the human blood. Elephantiasis can last for a very long time and has long-term effects on the body.