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The other name of filariasis is derived due to appearance of lower body like a/an
The other name of filariasis is derived due to appearance of lower body like a/an
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The correct option is B Elephant
Filariasis is also called elephantiasis. It is caused by the filarial worm Wuchereria (W. bancrofti and W. malayi).
Affected organs are usually the lymphatic vessels of the lower limbs. So, the lower limbs resemble that of elephant because of retention of fluid or oedema.
Filariasis is also called elephantiasis. It is caused by the filarial worm Wuchereria (W. bancrofti and W. malayi).
Affected organs are usually the lymphatic vessels of the lower limbs. So, the lower limbs resemble that of elephant because of retention of fluid or oedema.
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