Malayan Disease

Pronunciation
/muh-lay-uhn/
Category
Disease
Plural
Malayan Diseases

Definition

A filarial disease caused by the nematode parasite *Brugia malayi*, characterized by lymphatic blockage and resulting in elephantiasis.

Etymology

Named after the Malay Peninsula where it was first recognized.

Example

Malayan Disease is a serious public health concern in Southeast Asia.

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