Table 1.
Prevalence of microfilaredermia, nodules and impaired vision/eye itching (IVIE) in different age groups in the Fundong Health District, Cameroon
| Age groups | Number (%) of subjects with microfilaria(e) | Number (%) of subjects with nodules | Number (%) of subjects with IVIE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15-25 (n=91) | 3 (0.7) | 0 (0.0) | 43 (10.6) |
| 26-35 (n=80) | 2(0.5) | 1(0.2) | 33 (8.2) |
| 36-45 (n=77) | 1(0.2) | 2(0.5) | 36 (9.0) |
| 46–55 (n=67) | 3(0.7) | 1(0.2) | 39 (10.0) |
| 56 and above (n=89) | 5 (1.2) | 11 (2.7) | 48 (11.9) |
| Total (n=404) | 14 (3.5) | 15(3.7) | 199 (49.3) |