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DISEASES DUE TO HELMINTHS 



the inverted sac around the testicles. Suture skin flaps over testicles 

 and penis like the letter T or Y with the penis at the junction. Drain 

 the lower portion of the wound. Make skin flaps for the penis if 

 possible ; if not possible, then cover the raw area with oil protective 

 and allow it to granulate. Dress aseptically. 



Skin grafting should be done early where it is necessary. 



The functions of the organs are retained and restored. 



It will facilitate repair to loosen the skin from the thighs with the 



Elephantiasis. Penis. European some years after leaving Egypt, 

 from photo, by Dr. Hunt. 



fingers and draw it inwards if there is insuf^cient skin. Turn prepuce 

 back to cover the anterior part of the penis. The skin around the penis, 

 though inverted, is usually healthy and should be retained. 



Complications are haemorrhage and septicaemia, also sometimes 

 difficulty in copulation, as the scar tissue may bind the penis down. 



(3) Elephantiasis of the Yulva. 



The labia majora and clitoris are sometimes affected, but it is a rare 

 condition. 



