Multiple choice

Directions: Read the following information and answer the given question.

Shanti discovered that she is suffering from a sexually transmitted disease (STD) called as syphilis. She went to a private clinic for her treatment, where the doctor adviced her to use contraceptive measures before involving in sexual intercourse. Shanti followed his advice.

What is the causative agent for syphilis?

  1. Virus

  2. Bacterium

  3. Parasite

  4. Protozoan
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Syphilis is caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum, not a virus, parasite, or protozoan. It is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can be treated with antibiotics, particularly penicillin. Understanding that syphilis is bacterial is important because it determines the correct treatment approach - antibiotics for bacteria, not antivirals or antiprotozoals.

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