Parasite Causes Elephantiasis. The filariasis parasite is a roundworm called W. bancrofti. It's commonly carried by mosquitoes in the tropics. If kept in your system untreated it can cause massive swelling of the legs and feet, even elephantiasis.Comments.he filariasis parasite is a roundworm called W. bancrofti. It's commonly carried by mosquitoes in the tropics. If kept in your system untreated it can cause massive swelling of the legs and feet, even elephantiasis. Comments.
Using insulin better: Newer diabetes medications attack type 2 at its source: âinsulin resistance,â the bodyâs increasing inability to use insulin. Drugs known as TZDâs (trade names Actos and Avandia) directly attack the problem, making the body (temporarily) more sensitive to insulin action.
Nick is correct. Insulin lowers blood glucose levels as it allows the cells to utilize the glucose for energy. Depending on the degree of diabetes, insulin may be taken once a day or before meals.