Which of the following sexually transmitted diseases is caused by a protozoan?

  • 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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