The Morphology and Biology of Onchocerca volvulus
This article (part 1 in the series) discusses the relevant information on the anatomy, life cycle, reproduction, and transmission of Onchocerca …
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The Pathogenesis of Onchocerciasis
This article (Part 3 of the series) discusses how the juvenile and adult forms of Onchocerca volvulus cause eye and skin diseases to infected persons.
Continue ReadingEpidemiology and Prevention of Wuchereria Bancrofti Infection - Mosquito Bourne Illness
Many people in various parts of the world suffer from the debilitating effects of elephantiasis and related diseases caused by the filarial worm …
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The differences and similarities of the two common seasonal respiratory tract diseases. Find about it here.
Continue ReadingThings to Know about the Filarial Worm: Bruglia malayi
Brugia malayi is a filarial worm that can cause the disease filariasis in human. It was first discovered in a Malayan population. It has many …
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Can anthrax be cured? Is there a vaccine? Find out about the treatments and diagnostic procedures for anthrax.
Continue ReadingBacillus Anthracis and Anthrax Infection
Anthrax is one of the most dangerous bacterial infections that terrorists can use as a biological weapon. Read a description of the bacterium that …
Continue ReadingDiagnosis and Treatment of Wuchereria Bancrofti Infection
Wuchereria bancrofti is the causative agent of elephantiasis. It is a filarial worm belonging to Phylum Nematoda. This article presents the techniques …
Continue ReadingDifferent Forms of Anthrax Infection
After reports in 2001 about anthrax spores attached to letters mailed in the United States, the letters were believed to have sent by terrorists to …
Continue ReadingHistorical Accounts of Wuchereria bancrofti Infections
This article presents brief historical accounts of the disease caused by Wuchereria bancrofti or lymphatic filariasis, commonly known as …
Continue ReadingLegionnaires’ Disease: Things To Know
Legionnares’ Disease is considered fatal if not diagnosed early and treated with the right antibiotics. Strong immunity is highly important to combat …
Continue ReadingThe Morphology and Biology of Wuchereria bancrofti
This article will discuss relevant information about the morphology and biology of the parasite that cause elephantiasis: Wuchereria bancrofti
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