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1. Filarial worms are nematodes that infect tissues and lymphatics in humans, causing diseases like lymphatic filariasis. 2. Lymphatic filariasis is caused by Wuchereria bancrofti, Brugia malayi, and B. timori, which are transmitted by mosquitoes. 3. The parasites develop into microfilariae that periodically circulate in the bloodstream and can be detected microscopically. Diethylcarbamazine is the drug of choice for treatment.
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- ken mendoza
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- EN