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Syphilis is caused by a

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Bacteria
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Virus
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Fungus
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Protozoan
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Solution

The correct option is A Bacteria
Syphilis is a bacterial infection usually spread by sexual contact. It is caused by a bacteria Treponema pallidum.
The disease starts as a painless sore — typically on your genitals, rectum or mouth. Syphilis spreads from person to person via skin or mucous membrane contact with these sores.

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