Question

Identify the disease caused by the protozoan from the following. Write the name of the causative agent. Mention its mode of transmission and symptoms.
a) Malaria
b) Leptospirosis
c) Dengue
d) Elephantiasis

Answer 1

Malaria is an infectious disease caused by the protozoan parasite called Plasmodium.
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Malaria is transmitted through the bite of female anopheles mosquito.
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The symptoms include:
Shaking chills that can range from moderate to severe.
High fever
Profuse sweating
Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Anemia [1 Mark]