Winter’s Impacts on Filariasis wounds : Its Symptoms & Management

filariasis wounds

Filariasis wounds are caused by infection with parasitic worms, primarily Wuchereria bancrofti, Brugia malayi, and Brugia timori, transmitted through mosquito bites. The infection affects the lymphatic system, leading to swelling, inflammation, and tissue damage. Over time, chronic lymphatic dysfunction causes lymphedema, resulting in painful, swollen limbs and the formation of wounds. Secondary bacterial infections can … Read more


What is filariasis: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention Explained

Filariasis

What is Filariasis? Filariae, thread-like worms, cause the bacterial infection filariasis. Infected mosquitoes spread these parasites to humans through their bites. This disease affects millions worldwide, posing a major health challenge in tropical and subtropical regions. With timely intervention, we can treat and prevent it, despite its potential to cause long-term disability. Causes Parasitic worms … Read more