3 Questions
Which organs are most commonly affected by Wuchereria filarial worms?
Lymphatic vessels of the lower limbs
What is the common name for the disease caused by Wuchereria filarial worms?
Elephantiasis
How are Wuchereria filarial worms transmitted to a healthy person?
Through the bite of female mosquito vectors
Study Notes
Wuchereria Filarial Worms
- The lymphatic system, including lymph nodes, lymphatic vessels, and lymphoid organs, are the organs most commonly affected by Wuchereria filarial worms.
Disease Caused by Wuchereria Filarial Worms
- The common name for the disease caused by Wuchereria filarial worms is Elephantiasis or Filariasis.
Transmission of Wuchereria Filarial Worms
- Wuchereria filarial worms are transmitted to a healthy person through the bite of an infected mosquito, typically the Culex mosquito, which acts as a vector for the parasite.
Test your knowledge on filarial worms and the disease they cause, known as elephantiasis or filariasis. Learn about the transmission of these pathogens and the chronic inflammation they induce in various organs. Explore the impact on the lymphatic vessels and lower limbs, as well as the deformities that can occur in the genital organs.
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