Filariasis is an infectious caused by nematode worms and it is transmitted to human by mosqitoes. Classification of filariasis:- The classification is based on the area infected by worms are. 1. Lymphatic filariasis (Elephantiasis) :- It affects lymph nodes and lymphatic system. Causative agent:- Wuchereria Bancrofti, Brugia malayi and Brugia timori. 2. Subcutaneous filariasis:- If affects the subcutaneous layer of the skin. Causative agent:- Subcutaneous filariasis is caused by Loa loa, mansonella strepocerca , and onchocerca volvulus. 3. Serous cavity filariasis:- It affects the serous cavity of abdomen. Causative agent:- Serous cavity filariasis is transmitted by mansonella perstans and mansonella ozzardi. Transmitting agents:- The culex ,Aedes , mansonia or anopheles mosqitoes are commonly transmitting agents . Pathophysiology :- Bite by infected mosquito ...
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