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dirofilariasis /di·ro·fil·a·ri·a·sis/ (-fil″ah-ri´ah-sis) infection with nematodes of genus Dirofilaria, common in dogs but rare in humans. dirofilariasis [dī′rōfil′ərī′əsis] a human infestation of the dog heartworm, Dirofilaria immitis, and the closely related D. (Nochtiella) repens, both of which may be transmitted through the bite of any of several species of mosquitoes. The filaria migrate through the bloodstream to the lung, producing pulmonary nodules and causing chest pain, coughing, and hemoptysis. The disease is rare among humans, but some species have been found to infect subcutaneous tissue and the eyes. Human disease is independent of dog ownership. Humans are deadend hosts for the parasites. Also called zoonotic filariasis. dirofilariasis infection with nematodes of the genus Dirofilaria. Includes subcutaneous swellings. See also heartworm disease. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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