Hi. I am from mauritius. I have a very close friend. And she suffer from elephantiasis for over 10 years now. She has one leg bigger than the other one. Now it has become very very big. She is still able to walk but once a week she suffers a lot and she must stay on bed. It causes fever also. She is starting to be affected mentally. Here in mauritius we do not have any treatment for this. She is only 28 of age. So its very frustrating for her. And its very hard to see her like this. She is suffering a lot. I do not have words to describe her feelings and how she looks. But if anyone can help us find answers and solutions. Please.please tell us. Here is my mail address. email .thanks a lot.

Dr. Sonali KhomaneHomeopathy Doctor12yrs exp

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Hello People with an active infection can take medications to kill the worms in the blood. These medications stop the spread of the illness to others, but they do not completely kill off all the parasites. Treatment for elephantiasis includes: antiparasitic drugs, such as diethylcarbamazine (DEC), mectizan, and albendazole (Albenza) using good hygiene to clean the affected areas elevating the affected areas caring for wounds in the affected areas exercising based on a doctor’s directions surgery in extreme cases, which may include reconstructive surgery for the affected areas or surgery to remove affected lymphatic tissue Treatment may also include emotional and psychological support. Take care . 

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