Lymphatic filariasis, or elephantiasis, is a neglected tropical disease affecting thousands in India. It is most prevalent in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, where poverty and limited access to healthcare services contribute to its spread. Patients face physical limitations, social stigma, and abandonment by their families.

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