Question

Choose the correct answer from the alternatives given :
Which one of the following diseases is caused by a virus?

• A. Diphtheria
• B. Leprosy
• C. Common cold
• D. Acromegaly

Answer 1

The correct option is C Common cold

1. Diphtheria is a disease caused by the bacteria. Diphtheria is spread by cough and sneeze of the patient. It can be spread by contaminated food or objects.

2. Leprosy (Hansen’s Disease) is a type of chronic bacterial disease caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium leprae. These bacteria usually spread through respiratory droplets from one person to another.

3. Common cold is an infection of the upper respiratory tract. It is caused by a famliy of viruses known as Rhinovirus.

4. Acromegaly is a disease caused by excess secretion of growth hormone by anterior pituitary. It occurs in the middle age or at the end of puberty. This disease causes enlargement of tissues of hand, feet, nose, ear etc. it affects kidney, heart and also the vocal cord.

So, the correct option is 'Common cold'