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Which of the following diseases is caused by a fungal infection?

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Ringworm
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Cancer
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Filaria
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Typhoid
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Solution

The correct option is A Ringworm
  • Ringworm is an infection of the skin caused by a fungal infection. Ring worm is characterised by the ring shaped rashes on the skin, itching, yellowing or decolouration of the affected area. It may also result in hair loss, if it infects the areas covered by hair. It is spread through skin contact with infected person.
  • Filaria is caused by a roundworm Wuchereria bancrofti while Typhoid fever is due to bacterial infection caused by Salmonella Typhi
So, the correct option is 'Ringworm'.

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