MCQ IN MEDICINE

MEDICINE MCQ

INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What organism causes tuberculosis?
A
Bacteria
B
Virus
C
Fungus
D
Protoctistan
E
Parasite
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Tuberculosis (TB) is caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

Detailed explanation-2: -Tuberculosis (TB) is caused by a type of bacterium called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The condition is spread when a person with an active TB infection in their lungs coughs or sneezes and someone else inhales the expelled droplets, which contain TB bacteria.

Detailed explanation-3: -Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious infection that usually attacks your lungs. It can also spread to other parts of your body, like your brain and spine. A type of bacteria called Mycobacterium tuberculosis causes it.

Detailed explanation-4: -Tuberculosis (TB), resulting from infection by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis (M. tb), is a major and resurgent worldwide health problem.

Detailed explanation-5: -Poverty. HIV infection. Homelessness. Being in jail or prison (where close contact can spread infection) Substance abuse. Taking medication that weakens the immune system. Kidney disease and diabetes. Organ transplants. More items •20-Oct-2022

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