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Which of the following disease is caused by worms?

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Influenza
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Elephantiasis
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Cholera
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Malaria
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Solution

The correct option is B Elephantiasis
Elephantiasis is caused by worms (Wuchereria species). It is transmitted by female Culex mosquito. The disease is characterised by the swelling of legs and scrotum. On the other hand, influenza is caused by a virus, cholera is caused by a bacterium and malaria is a protozoan infection.

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