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What is the prevalence of Elephantiasis?
How many people does Elephantiasis affect? Does it have the same prevalence in men and women? And in the different countries?
Elephantiasis, also known as lymphatic filariasis, is a neglected tropical disease caused by parasitic worms transmitted through mosquito bites. According to the World Health Organization, **over 120 million people** worldwide are currently affected by this debilitating condition. The prevalence of elephantiasis varies across different regions, with the highest burden found in tropical and subtropical areas of Africa, Asia, the Western Pacific, and parts of the Americas. Efforts to control and eliminate this disease include mass drug administration, mosquito control, and improved sanitation and hygiene practices.
