infections
Filarial Worm Infections Overview
Introduction
Filarial worm infections are caused by certain roundworms and affect different parts of the body depending on the species of worm. There are many species of filarial worms, but only a few infect people. Species that infect people may reside in ), which causes Loiasis , or which cause Lymphatic Filariasis None Most filarial infections occur in tropical and subtropical areas. Infection with the Dog Heartworm Infection ( (See also Overview of Parasitic Infections .) 