Write the causative agent of filariasis in human. Mention its mode of transmission and symptoms of the disease.

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Write the causative agent of filariasis in human. Mention its mode of transmission and symptoms of the disease.

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answered Jan 31, 2018 by sameer (82,980 points) 5 11 37
selected Feb 4, 2018 by Vikash Kumar
 
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Wuchereria 
transmitted to a healthy person through the bite by the female mosquito vector inflammation of lymphatic vessels of the lower limbs / genital organs , leading to gross deformities 

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