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These tumours may weigh from eight to twelve pounds. 

 Remove the mass aseptically. 



(4) Elephantiasis of the Breast. 



The condition is rare, but when present the tumour may grow to 

 a large size. One or both breasts may be affected. 

 Remove the tumour. 



(5) Elephantiasis of the Arm. 



This is a rare condition, but may develop as in the leg, affecting 

 one or both upper extremities. The muscles are not affected. Treat 

 as for the leg. 



Elephantiasis. Leg. India. 



(6) Elephantiasis of the Scalp. 



The whole scalp becomes very much thickened, and numerous folds 

 and deep furrows are formed. 

 Treatment is symptomatic. 



(7) Elephantiasis of Localized Areas. 



Pendulous masses of filarial origin are said to have been found. 

 They may be single or multiple and should be removed. 



