ICD-10 Code B74.1 | Filariasis due to Brugia malayi Symptoms, Diagnosis, Billing

Common symptoms include swelling of the limbs, hydrocele in males, fever, and lymphadenopathy. Chronic cases may lead to significant lymphedema and skin changes.

Diagnosis is typically made through clinical evaluation, patient history, and laboratory tests such as blood smears or serological assays to detect the presence of the parasite.

The primary treatment involves the administration of Diethylcarbamazine (DEC) for a specified duration, along with supportive care to manage symptoms and prevent complications.

Filariasis is not contagious from person to person; it is transmitted through mosquito bites. Preventive measures focus on controlling mosquito populations.