Abstract
Lymphatic filariasis, caused by parasites such as Wuchereria bancrofti, Brugia malayi, and B. timori, remains a significant global health concern, leading to severe physical and psychosocial disabilities. This study provides an overview of lymphatic filariasis, commonly known as elephantiasis, with a focus on its symptoms, detection methods, epidemiology, and risk factors. Despite efforts to eliminate the disease, LF remains prevalent in some regions, including India, presenting challenges exacerbated by factors such as climate change. This paper presents a case study of a young male patient suffering from massive penoscrotal lymphoedema due to microfilaria, highlighting the clinical presentation, diagnostic approach, surgical intervention, and postoperative management.
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