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Which of the following are communicable diseases?

A

Diabetes

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B

Diphtheria

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C

Hypertension

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D

Kwashiorkor

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Solution

The correct options are
B
Diphtheria

D
Kwashiorkor

Infectious diseases are caused by certain microorganisms called pathogens and leads to infections. These can be spread from one person to another and hence they are also called communicable diseases. Diphtheria is an infectious disease spread by direct physical contact or breathing the aerosolized secretions of infected individuals. Kala-azar can be spread from person to person by the bite of an infected sandfly.

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