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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