Question

In which disease does mosquito transmitted pathogen cause chronic inflammation of lymphatic s ?

• A. Elephantiasis
• B. Ringworm disease
• C. Ascariasis
• D. Amoebiasis

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The question asks us to identify the disease in which a mosquito-transmitted pathogen causes chronic inflammation of the lymphatic system. Let's examine the options:

1. Elephantiasis: Also known as lymphatic filariasis, is a disease caused by a parasitic infection that is transmitted to humans through mosquito bites. This disease causes chronic inflammation of the lymphatic vessels, leading to severe swelling, usually in the legs, arms, breasts, and genitalia, resembling the skin of an elephant.
2. Ringworm disease: This is a fungal infection of the skin, not associated with mosquito-borne pathogens or inflammation of the lymphatic system.
3. Ascariasis: A disease caused by the Ascaris lumbricoides parasite; it is not transmitted by mosquitoes, nor does it affect the lymphatic system directly.
4. Amoebiasis: Caused by Entamoeba histolytica, it primarily affects the intestines and is transmitted via contaminated water and food, not by mosquitoes.

Based on the above examination, the correct answer is:

Elephantiasis is the disease caused by mosquito-transmitted pathogens leading to chronic inflammation of the lymphatic system.

This understanding of each disease aligns with the given options where only Elephantiasis correlates directly with the mosquito transmission and lymphatic involvement. Hence, option (a) is the correct choice.