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elephantiasis [Brit ˌɛlɪf(ə)nˈtʌɪəsɪs, Am ˌɛləfənˈtaɪəsəs] N

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Other features include thickening of the skin and elephantiasis, which develops gradually with the attack of the lymphatic system. en.wikipedia.org

Elephantiasis caused by lymphatic filariasis is one of the most common causes of disability in the world. en.wikipedia.org

Leprosy, however, was still a problem only 20 years ago and elephantiasis is only now almost gone. en.wikipedia.org

Lymphatic filariasis, also known as elephantiasis, is a condition characterized by swelling of the lower limbs. en.wikipedia.org

The charm soon wore off, however, as they had to face the reality of elephantiasis-bearing mosquitos, as well as other unfamiliar tropical diseases. en.wikipedia.org

Elephantiasis affects mainly the lower extremities, while the ears, mucous membranes, and amputation stumps are affected less frequently. en.wikipedia.org

As dermal lymphatic stasis progreses, these skin changes become more marked and known as elephantiasis. en.wikipedia.org

However, this is a misnomer, since elephantiasis literally translates to a disease caused by elephants. en.wikipedia.org

Elephantiasis is caused by chronic infection by filarial worms in the lymph nodes. en.wikipedia.org

But because so few are affected by medical conditions like elephantiasis, it somehow becomes acceptable to be so personal and almost invasive. en.wikipedia.org

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