Ascariasis is caused by an endoparasite of human $...A...$ commonly called $...B...$ Here $A$ and $B$ refer to:

  • A
    $A$ - Ascaris suum; $B$ - tapeworm
  • B
    $A$ - Ascaris; $B$ - roundworm
  • C
    $A$ - Ascaris worm; $B$ - flatworm
  • D
    $A$ - Ascaris; $B$ - liver worm

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Which disease is caused by a nematode?

Assertion $A$: Elephantiasis is a fatal disease.
Reason $R$: Filarial worms reside in the lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes.
Which option is correct for Assertion $A$ and Reason $R$?

Explain $Ascariasis$ (a helminthic disease).

Swelling of the limbs, breasts, etc., due to the blockage of lymphatic vessels is a symptom of:

Assertion $A$: In elephantiasis, body parts like legs, arms, and genital organs swell significantly.
Reason $R$: In chronic cases, filarial worms block the lymphatic vessels.
Which option is correct for Assertion $A$ and Reason $R$?

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