Case_Study
Identity the disease and what is causetive agent and mention the treatment for this .......
Elephantiasis caused by wuchreria Bancrofti... Produces enlargement of local lymph nodes due to infection... And produce non pitting oedema
Lymphatic filariasis Tx DEC 6mg/kg/day either 1day regimen or 12day regimen
Lymphangitis and other acute symptoms are often treated with antihistamines, analgesics and antibiotics. While these treatments treat the symptoms, other treatments have been effective in treating the microfilariae. Diethylcarbamazine (DEC) is a popular microfilaricide. Another effective way to use DEC is in combination with ivermectin on an annual dosage plan. Ivermectin causes paralysis of the microfilariae, preventing migration. Surgical methods to treat elephantiasis are currently being researched. However, elephantiasis is generally managed instead of treated. Management of elephantiasis includes wrapping of the infected limbs to prevent further swelling, and daily washing of the limb to prevent bacterial or fungal infection.
