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Lymphatic filariasis also known as elephantiasis is caused by parasitic worms of the Filarioidea type. Many cases of the disease have no symptoms. Some however develop large amounts of swelling of the arms legs or genitals. The skin may also become thicker and pain may occur. The changes to the body can result in social and economic problems for the affected person.The worms are spread by the bites of infected mosquito. Infections usually begin when people are children.
