Prevention of Filarisis
Filarisis is an attach of parasites on the bodies system. It mainly attacks a persons lymphatic system. They are parasitic worms and can be contracted in certain areas of the globe where mosquitos tend to be dense.
In order to make sure that you do not contract lymphatic filarisis there are a few precautions you can take. Many species of mosquitos come out during the hours between dusk and dawn. Since they are heavier and more prone to bites during this time of the day, it is important to safeguard yourself for maximum prevention.
Some of these methods include keeping yourself under a specifically designed mosquito net., You can also apply a high dosage of mosquito repellent directly to the skin. Avoiding these areas if it has been shown that filarisis runs rampid is a good way to keep yourself from having these parasites attack you and your body.There are also well-known medicines that can be taken on an annual basis to kill the worms in the body if you have already contracted filarisis. These medicines have been proven to kill the worms that have not already grown into adults in the system. The adult worms can be killed in smaller amounts, but will not be entirely eradicated.
Since these mosquitos live in usually humid areas, these areas are being supplied with the medicines to help kill the parasite. The more people that have filarisis, the more likely it will be spread. Those populated areas should be vacated if possible. Since adult forms of these parasites can live for up to 7 years, some people may not be aware that they have filarisis.
Filarisis is mainly found in Southeast Asia, India, South America, Africa and the Caribbean. You should make the proper preparations when visiting these areas. It is IMPORTANT to make sure you have the tools and medications available to prevent this disease from spreading. It is highly contagious because of the connection between humans (in which the parasites live) and mosquitos (who act as the carrier). The legs and groin areas of the body will be the first to be affected with both swelling and pain.
