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प्रश्न
Write a brief account on the following disease:
Filaria
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उत्तर
Filaria: It is caused by filarial worm, Wuchereria bancrofti. This disease is transmitted by mosquito. Symptoms include - irritation, blockage of lymphatic ducts and fever. This disease can be treated with an arsenic medicine for adult worms.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Mention whether the following statement is true (T) or false (F).
Filariasis is transmitted by the housefly.
Name the following:
The popular name of the disease filariasis.
Fill in the blank:
Filariasis is caused by ______.
The question has four options. Choose the correct answer:
Elephantiasis is caused by
Name the vector of pathogen responsible for filariasis.
Which of the following diseases is transmitted through insect vectors?
Prominent ribs, thin limbs, dry and wrinkled skin as well as emaciation are the symptoms of ____________.
Wuchereria bancrofti causes ______
Name the causative agent of filariasis.
The interval between infection and appearance of disease symptoms is called______.
