Which of the following is a bacterial disease?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is: (b) Leprosy

• Leprosy is a bacterial disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae. It affects the skin, peripheral nerves, mucous membranes, and eyes, leading to skin lesions and nerve damage.

1. Causative Agent:Mycobacterium leprae (bacterium).

2. Transmission: Through prolonged contact with an infected person, mainly via nasal droplets.

3. Symptoms: Skin patches, numbness, muscle weakness.

4. Treatment: Multi-drug therapy (MDT) provided free by WHO.

• Measles: Caused by a virus (Paramyxovirus), not a bacterium.

• Scurvy: Caused by a deficiency of Vitamin C, not an infectious disease.

• Diabetes: A metabolic disorder related to insulin, not caused by bacteria.