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Prevention of Elephantasis
How can we prevent Elephantasis? What medicines should be taken to prevent it? How frequently have to take medicines to prevent?
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Elephantiasis, also known as lymphatic filariasis is a major cause of morbidity in endemic areas. (Areas with high incidence of this disease)
It can cause debilitating and morbidity associated with it.
Although there are no vaccines approved for its prevention, filariasis can be prevented by reducing the stagnation of water and reducing the mosquito breeding rates.
Another strategy carried out in the endemic areas, usually by the governing authorities is mass drug administration.
Mass drug administration using various regimens of DEC (single dose and medicated salt), ivermectin, and albendazole had been in place in some countries
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You cannot prevent, but if you are in endemic region then government runs prophylactic clinics for elephantiasis, attend those clinics
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Dr. Najeeb T
General Practitioner
9 yrs exp
Malappuram
Patient's detailed medical history is required. It is recommended to consult a doctor professional through the Practo app or visit a local medical facility for a thorough evaluation.
Please keep in mind that detailed medical history is crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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Dr. Vinod Kumar Verma
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Gurgaon
According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the disease and cause and it's best Treatment as you have mentioned as above .
Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
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Please follow any medicine or advise after consultation only.
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Please follow good life style as
• take plenty of fluid and
• take less spicy and fatty foods and
• take home made food only and
and
do exercise regularly with yoga and medicine and
please keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life.
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Anubha Singh
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Jhansi
Protect against mosquito bites: Use insect repellent, wear long-sleeved clothing, and use bed nets to minimize contact with mosquitoes.
Practice good hygiene: Maintain proper sanitation and cleanliness to prevent secondary infections, which can worsen the condition.
Take medication: Mass drug administration programs in affected areas provide medication that can prevent the transmission of the disease.
Avoid exposure to stagnant water: The parasites that cause elephantiasis are often found in areas with stagnant water, so take precautions to avoid such environments.
Stay informed: If you live in or plan to visit regions where elephantiasis is prevalent, stay informed about the disease and the preventative measures in place.
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Dr. Himani Shah
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9 yrs exp
Rajkot
Regular exercise and check up
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Dr. Chirag Shah
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7 yrs exp
Gandhinagar
Dec every 6 Monthly
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