10 Elephantiasis Symptoms
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Fungal Infections
Secondary infections may occur when the primary source of infection isn't dealt with properly. People with elephantiasis who have sores and broken skin may also develop a harmful fungal infection.
If the immune system is weak, the body cannot fight an invading fungus. These harmful fungi live in the environment and may enter the body through broken skin. If a person is unable to fight off the invasive fungi, they may develop chronic fungal infections.
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