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Anaemia, enlarged liver and spleen, fever, weaker inflammatory response due to loss of phagocytes and weight loss are symptoms of

A

Amoebiasis

B

Giardiasis

C

Leishmaniasis

D

Malaria.

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To determine the condition associated with the symptoms of anaemia, enlarged liver and spleen, fever, weaker inflammatory response due to loss of phagocytes, and weight loss, we can analyze each option provided: ### Step 1: Analyze the Symptoms The symptoms listed are: - Anaemia - Enlarged liver and spleen - Fever - Weaker inflammatory response due to loss of phagocytes - Weight loss These symptoms suggest a systemic infection or parasitic disease that affects blood cells and immune response. ### Step 2: Evaluate Each Option 1. **Amoebiasis**: - Caused by *Entamoeba histolytica*. - Symptoms include cramping, diarrhea, and bloody stools. - **Conclusion**: This does not match the symptoms provided. 2. **Giardiasis**: - Caused by *Giardia lamblia*. - Symptoms include greasy stools, fatigue, and cramps. - **Conclusion**: This does not match the symptoms provided. 3. **Leishmaniasis**: - Caused by *Leishmania* parasites. - Symptoms include weight loss, weakness, fever, enlarged spleen and liver, and decreased blood cell production. - **Conclusion**: This matches the symptoms provided. 4. **Malaria**: - Caused by *Plasmodium* parasites, transmitted by mosquito bites. - Symptoms include chills, fever, and sweating. - **Conclusion**: This does not match the symptoms provided. ### Step 3: Identify the Correct Answer Based on the analysis, the condition that corresponds to the symptoms of anaemia, enlarged liver and spleen, fever, weaker inflammatory response due to loss of phagocytes, and weight loss is **Leishmaniasis**. ### Final Answer The correct answer is **Leishmaniasis**. ---
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