AMU Medical AMU Solved Paper-1996

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    Bacterial-pathogens such as Escherichia coli, Campylobacter and Salmonella are responsible for diseases like

    A)  diarrhoea         

    B)  whooping cough

    C)  cholera           

    D)  diphtheria.

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    : All these microorganisms affect intestine causing loose motions resulting in diarrhoea. These bacteria are transmitted by contaminated food, water and hands. Cholera is caused by Vibrio cholerae. Whooping cough, caused by Bordetella pertussis, manifesting as recurrent severe cough. Diphtheria is caused by Cornybacteriiim diphtherae, affecting the throat.


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