JAMB - Biology (1988 - No. 43)

Which of the following diseases can be contracted in areas with fast flowing rivers?
Schistosomiasis
Elephantiasis
Syphilis
Onchoceriasis

Explanation

Onchocerciasis, also known as river blindness and Robles disease, is a disease caused by infection with the parasitic worm Onchocerca volvulus. Symptoms include severe itching, bumps under the skin, and blindness

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