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Have Filariasis, Pain And Pus In Foot. No Relief From Medication. Is Surgery Possible?

Hello Sir, My father is suffering from Filarial disease in his right leg, since last 20 years now he is suffering from heavy pain and flow puss from his foot , filarial is infected his foot from Bottom to Knee , he has taken medicine from various doctor but doesn’t got relief, now our family has plan for operation of his leg at good hospital in India, please suggest us that is it possible and how it is fruitful. Vikas Satyam 0000
posted on Sun, 12 Aug 2012
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Hello,

Filarial disease of the foot(Elephantiasis) is basically Lymphadenitis of the foot.
The lymphatic channels are blocked due to inflammation. So there's no way for the lymphs to drain.
They geo accumulated in the area and cause swelling and oozing.
Life long Diethylcarbamazine should be taken.
Stocking should be worn.
Proper foot care.
Avoid the foot in dependent position for long time.
Surgical treatment has given good results.
But recurrences is a possibility without follow the above mentioned treatments.
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Have Filariasis, Pain And Pus In Foot. No Relief From Medication. Is Surgery Possible?

Hello, Filarial disease of the foot(Elephantiasis) is basically Lymphadenitis of the foot. The lymphatic channels are blocked due to inflammation. So there s no way for the lymphs to drain. They geo accumulated in the area and cause swelling and oozing. Life long Diethylcarbamazine should be taken. Stocking should be worn. Proper foot care. Avoid the foot in dependent position for long time. Surgical treatment has given good results. But recurrences is a possibility without follow the above mentioned treatments.