Which of the following sexually transmitted diseases is caused by a protozoan?
Correct answer: D. Trichomoniasis
- A. Gonorrhoea
- B. Syphilis
- C. AIDS
- D. Trichomoniasis
Explanation
Trichomonas vaginalis is a flagellated protozoan causing discharge and irritation, and it is treated with antiprotozoal drugs. Gonorrhoea and syphilis are bacterial and AIDS is viral, so only trichomoniasis fits the protozoan description.
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