Why is a filariae infestation potentially fatal?
A) Worm-like embryos overwhelm the lymphatic system
B) Worm-like embryos invade the central nervous system (CNS)
C) Worm-like embryos destroy the gastric mucosa
D) Worm-like embryos hibernate in the brain
A
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Filariasis refers to infection of the blood and tissues of healthy individuals by worm embryos, which enter the body via insect bites. These thread-like embryos, or filariae, can overwhelm the lymphatic system and cause massive inflammatory reactions. While any system can be impacted due to the effect on the blood and lymphatic system, the filariae do not invade the CNS, gastric mucosa, or the brain specifically.
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