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Which one of the following causes kala-a...

Which one of the following causes kala-azar?

A

Ascaris

B

Trypanosoma

C

Leishmania

D

Bacteria

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c) Leishmania a protozoa causes kala-azar or black fever signs and symptoms include. Fever, weight losss, fatigue, anaemia and swelling of liver and spleen.
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