Associations to the word «Filariasis»

Wiktionary

FILARIASIS, noun. A disease common in tropical and subtropical countries resulting from infestation of the lymphatic system with nematode worms transmitted by mosquitoes: characterised by inflammation.

Dictionary definition

FILARIASIS, noun. A disease caused by nematodes in the blood or tissues of the body causing blockage of lymphatic vessels.

Wise words

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