Multiple choice

In ‘CFIDS', causing pathogenic microbes are

P. Erythrovirus B19 Q. Coxsackie B virus R. Herpes simplex virus 1 S. Chlamydia pneumoniae T. Coxiella burnetii

  1. P and Q

  2. R and S

  3. S and T

  4. P, Q and S

  5. P, Q and T
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E Correct answer
Explanation

CFIDS is also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis and is associated with enteroviruses, such as Coxsackie B virus, Human herpes virus 6, Human herpes virus 7 and Parvo virus B19. The bacteria Coxiella burnetii and Chlamydia pneumoniae are known causes of chronic fatigue syndrome. Coronary heart disease is associated with Herpes simplex virus 1 and the bacterium Chlamydia pneumoniae. Metabolic syndrome is also associated with the bacterium Chlamydia pneumoniae.

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