Lymphatic filariasis

Definition

Lymphatic filariasis is a parasitic disease caused byWuchereria bancrofti and filarioidea of the Brugia genus. Early clinical signs revolve mainly around lymphangitis, which when it begins in limbs and progresses in a centrifugal manner. Later symptoms are caused by obstruction of the lymphatic vessels. Elephantiasis only appears after years of high-level infection.

Exclusions

• Lymphoedema due to lymphatic filariasis

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