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Lymphatic filariasis, commonly reffered to as LF is one of the most important Neglected Tropical Disease identified by World Health Organization. In Nigeria, few studies on LF status among adolescents are documented. This study therefore assessed the prevalence of lymphatic filariasis and associated clinical morbidities among adolescents in three rural communities in Ondo State, Southwest Nigeria. A total of 231 subjects within the age range 5-18years consented to the study procedures. 100μl Blood samples per participant was collected using the finger-prick method and tested using the Binax Now® Immuno Chromatographic Test (ICT) kit to detect Wuchereri bancrofti antigens. Physical observations for chronic morbidity signs of LF were also conducted, and structured questionnaires were administered to assess their Knowledge, Attitude and Practices (KAP) towards LF. Questionnaire responses were graded using a clearly defined scoring index. Data were analyzed using SPSS Version 17. Results revealed that 67(29%) of the 231 respondents were positive with W. bancrofti infection, while chronic morbidity prevalence was 0.86%. Although, no significant relationship (p>0.05) exist between infection and sex, more males (37.6%) were infected than females (23.2%). The age group 15-18 years had the highest prevalence of W. bancrofti infection (41.8%). KAP studies revealed that only 21.6% of respondents were aware of LF, but only 6% knew of the transmission route. There was no significant relationship (p>0.05) between W. bancrofti infection and KAP of the participants. This study issues a call of concern, as the burden and subsequent consequences LF could inflict on adolescents and the economy could be worrisome. Therefore, vector control approaches coupled with preventive chemotheraphy and public enlighten programs, should be considered as part of the public health interventions in the study communities.

Prevalence of Lymphatic Filariasis and Associated Clinical Morbidities Among Adolescents in Three Rural Communities in Ondo State, Southwest Nigeria