2019, Vol. 2, Issue 1, Part A

author(s)
G Aruna, Latha P and Dr. Indira Arumugam

abstract
Background: Lymphatic Filariasis is also known as elephantiasis, is a human disease caused by parasitic worms known as filarial worms. Most cases of the disease have no symptoms. Some people, however, develop a syndrome called elephantiasis, which is marked by severe swelling in the arms, legs, breasts, or genitals. The skin may become thicker as well, and the condition may become painful.