Lymphatic filariasisRarely life-threatening, lymphatic filariasis causes widespread and chronic suffering, disability, and social stigma. It can lead to grotesquely swollen limbs - a condition known as elephantiasis. TDR has supported research on this disease for many years. Currently, our work is being conducted in the following areas: Lead discovery for drugs for infectious tropical diseases Drug development and evaluation for helminths and other neglected tropical diseases |
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