Question

Genital warts are due to sexually transmitted disease spread by

• A. Treponema pallidum
• B. Herpes simplex virus
• C. Human papillomavirus
• D. Candida albicans

Answer 1

The correct option is C Human papillomavirus

Syphilis starts as a painless sore and then may spread to other parts of the body; it is caused by a bacteria called Treponema pallidum.

Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disorder caused by the herpes simplex virus marked by genital pain and sores.

Genital warts are characterised by a small bump on the genitals caused by human papillomavirus.

Candida albicans is a type of fungus that causes a sexually transmitted disease called candidiasis. Its symptoms include painful discharge and inflammation of the vagina or urethra.