Question

Kala-azar and Oriental Sore are spread by

• A. Housefly
• B. Bed Bug
• C. Sand Fly
• D. Fruit Fly.

Answer 1

The correct option is C Sand Fly

• Leishmaniasis is a disease caused by protozoan parasites of the genus Leishmania.
  
• Visceral leishmaniasis (also known as kala-azar) is the most severe form of leishmaniasis and, without proper diagnosis and treatment, is associated with high fatality. It is spread by sandfly bites.
  
• Cutaneous leishmaniasis (also known as oriental sore)is the most common form of leishmaniasis affecting humans. It is spread by the bite of a sandfly.
• Hence Kala-azar and Oriental Sore are spread by Sandfly.
• So, the correct answer is 'Sandfly'.