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Paul is ill and showing the following symptoms:


What could the disease potentially be?

A
Hepatitis
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Dengue
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Cholera
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Tuberculosis
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Solution

The correct option is D Tuberculosis
Tuberculosis is a life-threatening, infectious disease that mainly affects our lungs. It is caused by a bacteria called Mycobacterium tuberculae. The bacteria grow in lungs and can cause symptoms like cough which lasts for more than 3 weeks and bloody spitting. Some other symptoms include fever, chills, appetite loss and weight loss. Emaciation refers to extreme weightloss and weakness.

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