Filariasis

/ˌfɪləˈraɪəsɪs/ noun

Definition

A tropical disease caused by infection with parasitic filaria worms, transmitted by mosquitoes or other insects, often causing severe swelling of limbs.

Etymology

From 'filaria' with the medical suffix '-asis' (meaning a condition or disease), following standard medical terminology for parasitic infections.

Kelly Says

Filariasis is preventable through mosquito nets and medication, yet it remains one of the world's most common disabling diseases—the global health community is working toward total elimination similar to their smallpox victory.

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