Question

Filariasis is caused by Taenia solium.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

• Filariasis is a parasitic disease caused by an infection with roundworm Wuchereria bancrofti. Filariasis is also known as elephantiasis.
  
• People develop the symptoms of elephantiasis including severe swelling in the arms, legs, or genitals. The skin may also become thicker, and pain may occur.
  
• The worms are spread by the bites of infected mosquitoes. Infections usually begin when people are children.
  

So, the correct option is 'False'