Question

Which of the following is transmitted by the bite of a female Anopheles Mosquito?

• A. Dengue
• B. Cholera
• C. Malaria
• D. Influenza

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Malaria

The correct option is C:

Explanation of correct option:

• Malaria is a vector borne protozoan infection which transmits due to the bite of female Anopheles Mosquito.
• It generally affects the liver of the patient and shows the symptoms like severe fever with chills.

Explanation of incorrect options:

Option A:

• Dengue is a vector borne disease which is transmitted due to the bite of female Aedes mosquito.
• It will affect the platelet count in the body resulting in headache ,fever and joint pain.

Option B:

• Cholera is a bacterial infection which is transmitted through contaminated food and water. It is a communicable and contagious diseases.
• It affects the gastrointestinal tract and shows various symptoms like frequent vomiting, dehydration and muscle cramps.

Option D:

• Influenza is viral infection which transmits through droplets.
• It affects the nasal cavity and shows symptoms like fever and body ache.