filariid (Meaning)
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filariid (a)
of or relating to or belonging to the family Filariidae
Synonyms & Antonyms of filariid
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filariid Sentence Examples
- Filariid worms are parasitic nematodes that infect a wide range of hosts, including humans.
- Filariasis, which is caused by filariid worms, is a significant public health problem in many parts of the world.
- The symptoms of filariasis vary depending on the species of worm and the intensity of the infection.
- Treatment for filariasis typically involves medication to kill the worms and prevent further infection.
- Prevention of filariasis involves measures to reduce the risk of being bitten by mosquitoes, which transmit the worms.
- Lymphatic filariasis, also known as elephantiasis, is a chronic infection of the lymphatic system caused by filariid worms.
- Onchocerciasis, also known as river blindness, is a filarial infection of the eyes that can lead to blindness.
- Loa loa filariasis, also known as African eye worm, is a filarial infection that can cause swelling of the eyes and surrounding tissues.
- Mansonella perstans filariasis is a filarial infection that is typically asymptomatic, but can occasionally cause skin problems and other symptoms.
- Wuchereria bancrofti filariasis is a filarial infection that can cause lymphatic filariasis, elephantiasis, and other serious complications.
FAQs About the word filariid
of or relating to or belonging to the family Filariidae
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Filariid worms are parasitic nematodes that infect a wide range of hosts, including humans.
Filariasis, which is caused by filariid worms, is a significant public health problem in many parts of the world.
The symptoms of filariasis vary depending on the species of worm and the intensity of the infection.
Treatment for filariasis typically involves medication to kill the worms and prevent further infection.
