Biology, asked by Shirin3122, 10 months ago

Which parasite cause filariasis

Answers

Answered by dasarivenkatapujitha
1

Answer:

Nematodes (roundworms) of the family Filariodidea.

Explanation:

  • Lymphatic filariasis is caused by the worms Wuchereria bancrofti, Brugia malayi, and Brugia timori.
  • Among these worms Wuchereria bancrofti causes 90% infection.
  • These worms occupy the lymphatic system, including the lymph nodes.
  • In chronic cases, these worms lead to the syndrome of elephantiasis.

Answered by goyalb668
1

Explanation:

It is caused by several types of round worms .

Similar questions