what are the major causes of elephantiasis and what are the preventions?
Over-masturbation can cause Elephantiasis accompanied by hairy palms and blindness. The method of prevention is obvious. Seriously though, it's caused by mosquito bites most often in tropical regions of Africa. It can also happen due to unknown reasons. If you live in Africa it's a good idea to use bed mosquito nets and generally try to stay away from mosquitos for other reasons, such a Malaria.
"The second type of elephantiasis, is non-parasitic. This type is more common to Africa’s central mountains. It is caused by repeated contact with volcanic ash in the area. The primarily barefooted population receives chemicals from the soil into their feet, and the chemicals travel to the lymphatic vessels and irritate and block them." http://www.wisegeek.com/what-causes-elephantiasis.htm (
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The lip of my virgina is very big, Is it Elephantiasis; are there some women with such problem?any picture?
I am a lady of 27 years, but I am so much bordered at the size of my virginal lip which the doctor has said that: it has to do with a disese called Elephantiasis. But I have not seen any woman with such a problem before. Therefore, I am requesting for soluctions to my problem and at the same time requesting to see the pictures of other women with the same problem so that I could conscientaise myself. Am I realy the only person with such a sickness?
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If you are in a tropical area, or anywhere in Africa, then Elephantiasis (lymphatic filariasis) is certainly possible.
The outer vaginal lips (labia majora or vulva) are affected quite commonly in women who have been bitten by the mosquito that carries the parasite that causes elephantiasis. There could be millions of women with the same swelling of the vaginal lips that you have.
The labia will swell up to five times their normal size, and you might see some sores filled with yellow or white pus as well (but certainly not in all cases). Follow these links to see a couple pictures you can compare yourself to...
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http://www.netterimages.com/images/vtn-/000/000/007/7971-150x150.jpg
There are a couple drugs your doctor might recommend. The most common one used today is called diethylcarbamazine. Recently, some success has been had with an anti-biotic called doxycycline that kills some bacteria that the parasite needs in order to live. Ask him about both options and he might know even more... Follow his advice for treatment...
Best wishes,
Ed, RN (
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How effective is Horse chestnut in treating filarial Lymphoedema? Is it available in Indian Retail market?
very effective. a few years ago I knew a lady who had legs that were so swollen with fluid that they looked like they would explode when touched. No doctors had the answer. I recommended Horse Chestnut to her. In a few weeks it had drained so much that it would be considered a little miracle. The legs did not fully drain BUT she was able to walk normally and they looked not so terrible. (
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Can anybody tell me the treatment for filariasis (elephantiasis)?
If possible, please give me the address of a DOCTOR, who is a specialist for filariasis. I am located in CHENNAI. Thanks for the answers.
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The National Filariasis Control Programme distributes Diethyl carbomazine (DEC) and Albendazole tablets to kill the filaria as a measure to both prevent and treat the population.
The hospital here is the location of the medical camps held for treatment periodically.
The Public Health doctors are in charge of the local filariasis program and can both have you treated in their public clinics or recommend a private specialist near you they know personally.
Also listed is the entomologist of the health department for questions about the mosquito vector in the area you live.
A private specialist would first test your blood to see if you carry the parasite, then treat the disease.
Wither you have or your family carry the parasite or not at this time, the preventative measures for the mosquito that carries it and periodic use of the medicines above remove it should you contract it. This is available at the public health clinics free of charge.
The standard procedure around the world where this disease is endemic is to treat the people periodically with DEC to remove the parasite from their blood stream as a public health measure which is what the control program is doing in your area.
Your best information and referral for your needs are through these experts below who are local specialist in the public health control of the disease themselves.
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Chennai, Dec. 27 With the onslaught of mosquitoes in Chennai, the Chennai Corporation on Thursday has embarked upon the filariasis eradication programme (FEP) on a large scale with the administration of diethyl carbomazine (DEC) tablets to three lakh residents in the city.
Inaugurating the initiative for slum-dwellers in Sathyavani Muthu Nagar off Munroe Statue, Mayor M Subramanian said that DEC and Albendazole tablets will be given to 2.74 lakh people in the 63 divisions where cases of filariasis have been reported during a random check in the last two years.
The divisions include six in Tondiarpet, one in Basin Bridge, nine in Pulianthoppe, five in Ayanavaram, 12 in Kilpauk, nine in Ice House, five in Nungambakkam, three in Kodambakkam, eight in Saidapet and seven in Mylapore. A sum of Rs 10 lakh has been allocated for the programme.
State Labour Minister T M Anbarasan distributed tables to prevent the infection at a one-day medical camp at Annai Anjugam Hospital in Pallavaram as a part of the drive.
The Minister, who represents the local constituency, said that residents should follow the advice given by health officials and take tablets accordingly. He added that the people should also be responsible and keep their surroundings clean in order to prevent the breeding of mosquitoes in the locality.
E Karunanidhi, chairperson of the local body, said that the Municipality aims to cover 1,64,000 residents. On an average, one health official would be in charge of distributing tablets to 50 persons. A total of 695 volunteers from self-help groups (SHGs) would be involved in the drive along with the officials.
"More than a hundred residents of Rajaji Nagar (Ward No 8) have received the tablets and we hope to cover the rest within a day or two," he added.
The drive is being con ducted by the State Government as a part of the National Filariasis Control Programme Diethyl carbomazine (DEC) and Albendazole tablets will be adminis tered to three lakh residents in the city On an average, one Health official will be in charge of distributing tablets to a group of 50 residents in a locality. - Bureau report
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The Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine is responsible for the implementation of various National and State Health Programmes. This Department also plans and implements measures to prevent the occurrence of communicable diseases thereby reducing the burden of morbidity morality and disability in the state.
The activities undertaken by the department of public Health and Preventive Medicine are provisions of primary health care,which includes Maternity and Child Health Services, Immunisation of children against vaccine preventable diseases,control of communicable diseases,control of malaria, filaria, japanese encephalitis, elimination of leprosy, iodine deficiency disorder control programme, prevention of food adulteration, health checkup of school children, health eduction of the community and collection of vital statistics under birth and death registration system and environmental sanitation.
Prevention and control of waterborne diseases like Acute Diarrheal Diseases, Typhoid, Dysentry prevention and control of sexually transmitted diseases including HIV / AIDS.
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The syndrome Elephantiasis, in which the arms and legs can grow to a elephantoid size is caused by a roundworm?
true or false?
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it is true...There are 3 kinds of round worms cause elephantiasis filariasis which are Wuchereria bancrofti, Brugia malayi, and Brugia timori.
Culex, Aedes, and Anopheles mosquitoes are the carriers of W. bancrofti. Anopheles and Mansonia mosquitoes are the carriers of B. malayi. While, Anopheles mosquitoes are the carriers of B. timori. (
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Can you catch Elephantiasis by another person who has it in ANY possible way?
Can you catch Elephantiasis by another person who has it in ANY possible way?
I was with a woman who has Elephantiasis BADLY who used my cell phone...who's saliva probably ended up on it and we stayed together in a log cabin with plenty of bugs and mosquitoes which I know cause Elephantiasis. If one bug bites her and then bites me...would it be possible for me to get any symptoms of Elephantiasis?...or is there any possible way I could get it...possibly like a cold...or something?
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Is elephantiasis an endemic, epidemic or pandemic?
can someone tell me which one is it for elephantiasis Is it endemic, epidemic or pandemic?
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elephantiasis is a genetic condition, then it can't be none of the above, which are terms who are only applied to infectious diseases (
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Where can I get an email address for someone who can let me interview them on elephantiasis for a project?
i need an interview for a school project!!!
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e-mail their yahoo group below: (
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What is the treatment of Elephantiasis disease?
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Treatment
Medicines to treat lymphatic filariasis are most effective when used soon after infection, but they do have some toxic side effects. In addition, the disease is difficult to detect early. Therefore, improved treatments and laboratory tests are needed.
Another form of effective treatment involves rigorous cleaning of the affected areas of the body. Several studies have shown that these daily cleaning routines can be an effective way to limit the symptoms of lymphatic filariasis. The effectiveness of these treatments suggests that many of the symptoms of elephantiasis are not directly a result of the lymphatic filariasis but rather the effect of secondary skin infections.
Also, surgical treatment may be helpful for issues related to scrotal elephantiasis and hydrocele. However, surgery is generally ineffective at correcting elephantiasis of the limbs.
A vaccine is not yet available and is unlikely to be developed in the near future.
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Antibiotics as a possible treatment
In 2003 it was suggested that the common antibiotic doxycycline might be effective in treating elephantiasis. The parasites responsible for elephantiasis have a population of symbiotic bacteria, Wolbachia, that live inside the worm. When the symbiotic bacteria are killed by the antibiotic, the worms themselves also die. Clinical trials in June 2005 by the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine reported that an 8 week course almost completely eliminated microfilariaemia (
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Have you heard of the condition elephantiasis? How would you treat it?
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Test you knowledge!And please send me links of the information on wikipedia!! Thank you.
can't write today. Please do NOT send me links of info on wikipedia website. Thanks again!
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Lymphatic filariasis is infection with any of 3 species of Filarioidea. Acute symptoms include fever, lymphadenitis, lymphangitis, funiculitis, and epididymitis. Chronic symptoms include abscesses, hyperkeratosis, polyarthritis, hydroceles, lymphedema, and elephantiasis. Tropical pulmonary eosinophilia with bronchospasm, fever, and pulmonary infiltrates is another manifestation of infection. Diagnosis is by detection of microfilariae in blood, ultrasound visualization of adult worms, or serology. Treatment is with diethylcarbamazine; antibiotics are used for complicating bacterial cellulitis.
Treatment is effective only if the disease is detected at an early stage. Sample blood has to be taken at midnight for the presence of microfilaria.
Also, surgical treatment may be helpful for issues related to scrotal elephantiasis and hydrocele. However, surgery is generally ineffective at correcting elephantiasis of the limbs.
Please see the web pages for more details and images on Lymphatic filariasis (Elephantiasis). (
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