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What is a primary characteristic of elephantiasis?
What is a primary characteristic of elephantiasis?
- Increased elasticity of skin
- Significant increase in the volume of a limb (correct)
- Localized pain in the affected area
- Decreased volume of limbs
What underlying condition contributes to the development of elephantiasis?
What underlying condition contributes to the development of elephantiasis?
- Chronic accumulation of blood
- Excessive fat deposition
- Increased blood flow to tissues
- Malfunction of the lymphatic system (correct)
What is the primary cause of elephantiasis as mentioned in the content?
What is the primary cause of elephantiasis as mentioned in the content?
- Nematode worm transmitted by mosquitoes (correct)
- Genetic disorder
- Fungal infection
- Bacterial infection
In which region of the world is elephantiasis most prevalent?
In which region of the world is elephantiasis most prevalent?
Which substance is primarily affected in the condition of lymphedema?
Which substance is primarily affected in the condition of lymphedema?
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Elephantiasis
Elephantiasis
A condition where a limb or part of the body swells significantly due to excess lymph fluid.
Lymphedema
Lymphedema
A chronic swelling of tissues caused by the buildup of lymph fluid outside the lymphatic system.
Elephantiasis (as a type of lymphedema)
Elephantiasis (as a type of lymphedema)
A type of lymphedema characterized by extreme swelling, often affecting the limbs.
Nematode worm
Nematode worm
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Mosquitoes and elephantiasis
Mosquitoes and elephantiasis
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Study Notes
Elephantiasis
- Elephantiasis is the significant swelling of a limb or body part.
- It's a type of lymphedema.
- It's a chronic condition.
- Fluid from the lymphatic system leaks into surrounding tissues.
Lymphedema
- Lymphedema is a condition in which the lymphatic system doesn't function correctly.
- This blocks or slows lymphatic fluid circulation.
- It's often caused by a parasitic infection transmitted by mosquitoes, especially prevalent in tropical regions.
- In 2007, the disease affected over 120 million people, mostly in Africa.
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