Herpes: Definition and Transmission Quiz

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What is the infectious agent that causes genital herpes?

Varicella-zoster virus (correct)

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)

Human papillomavirus (HPV)

Herpes simplex virus Type 1 (HSV-1)

How is neonatal herpes typically transmitted to a child?

Through skin contact with an infected person

Through airborne droplets

During delivery from a pregnant woman with herpes

Through breastfeeding (correct)

What are the symptoms associated with oral herpes?

Persistent cough and shortness of breath (correct)

Recurrent painful blisters or ulcers around the mouth or lips

Fever and joint pain

Skin rash on the arms and legs

What complication can herpes cause in immunocompromized people?

Meningoencephalitis (brain infection) Signup and view all the answers

What is the infectious agent responsible for syphilis?

Treponema pallidum Signup and view all the answers

How is syphilis primarily transmitted?

Skin-to-skin contact with infectious lesions Signup and view all the answers

What are the symptoms associated with secondary syphilis?

Fever, headache, skin rash Signup and view all the answers

What is the mode of transmission of syphilis?

Skin-to-skin contact with infectious lesions, sexual route, blood transfusion Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for syphilis?

Antibiotics such as penicillin Signup and view all the answers

Which disease is transmitted by the Anopheles mosquito?

Malaria Signup and view all the answers

What is the incubation period for syphilis?

9 - 90 days Signup and view all the answers

Which disease is NOT transmitted by mosquitoes?

Lyme disease Signup and view all the answers

Which disease is transmitted by the Tsetse fly?

African Trypanosomiasis (Sleeping sickness) Signup and view all the answers

Which disease is associated with Black fly Fever?

Black fly Fever Signup and view all the answers

Herpes: Definition and Transmission Quiz

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