Authors
Suma T K, Department of Medicine, Medical Superintendent, Government T.D. Medical College, Alappuzha
Abstract
Introduction: Lymphatic filariasis (LF) is a mosquito borne parasitic disease caused by filarial worms dwelling in the lymphatic system of the human beings and is widely distributed in 81 countries in the tropics and subtropics.
2 This disease causes long standing disability resulting in the form of lymphoedema and elephantiasis of the limbs and genital region along with the repeated attacks of acute dermato-lymphangio-adenitis (ADLA).
Discussion: The original article in this issue talks for itself the importance of doing research which can contribute to better understanding of various aspect of a disease, provide new knowledge which can have a role in policy decision making applicable world over. This should be a stimulus for the younger generation to do scientific and ethical research so that we can have an evidence base for management of various diseases.
Keywords: Filarial research, Filaria control unit, ADLA, Lymphatic filariasis.