How To Spot Onchocerciasis

Lymphadenitis

Lymphadenitis, or swollen glands, occurs in many cases when the body is fighting off a viral or bacterial infection. Swelling of the lymphatic nodules can also occur in non-infectious diseases such as onchocerciasis. When parasites invade the body as they do in the case of this disease, the body reacts by trying to fight the parasites off as they would a virus or bacteria. Since many viruses and bacteria can cause swollen lymph glands, this symptom is not the most indicative of onchocerciasis. But in combination with other symptoms, swollen glands do indicate a parasitic infection. Medications might be given to kill the parasites and heal the patient from any infection that may also occur with this disease.

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