In extreme cases, the swelling can be profound, resulting in a condition known as elephantiasis. This is because the worm ...

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In extreme cases, the swelling can be profound, resulting in a condition known as elephantiasis. This is because the worm ...

The condition is usually mild and can be treated at home. Mebendazole, an oral anti-worm medication, can be bought over the counter at most pharmacies and is normally effective. It's recommended to ...

Story continues below this ad The condition is usually mild and can be treated at home. Mebendazole, an oral anti-worm medication, can be bought over the counter at most pharmacies and is normally ...

A number of other additional interventions, such as vitamin A and/or folic acid supplementation, antihelminthic medications such as albendazole or mebendazole, antimalarial medication, measles ...