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Question:

In which disease does a mosquito-transmitted pathogen cause chronic inflammation of lymphatic vessels?

Elephantiasis

Amoebiasis

Ascariasis

Ringworm disease

Solution:

Elephantiasis is caused by Wuchereria bancrofti. This is the worm that causes severe swelling or inflammation of the lymphatic vessels in the lower limbs. This is due to the blockage of the lymph vessels by the worm. This disease is transmitted by mosquitoes. Thus, the correct answer is Elephantiasis.