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Backpacker's diseas is...

Backpacker's diseas is

A

Shigellosis

B

Giardiasis

C

Amoebiasis

D

Cholera

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Term "Backpacker’s Disease":** - Backpacker's disease is a term used to describe a specific illness that affects individuals who engage in outdoor activities, such as hiking and camping. 2. **Identifying the Options:** - The options provided are: 1. Schizolosis 2. Giardiasis 3. Amoebiasis 4. Cholera 3. **Linking Backpacker’s Disease to Giardiasis:** - Backpacker's disease is also known as Giardiasis. This condition is particularly common among backpackers and campers who may consume unsafe water sources. 4. **Understanding Giardiasis:** - Giardiasis is an intestinal disease caused by a microscopic parasite known as Giardia intestinalis (or Giardia lamblia). It leads to symptoms such as diarrhea, cramps, nausea, and bloating. 5. **Transmission of Giardiasis:** - The infection spreads through contact with an infected person or through contaminated water. Pets, such as dogs and cats, can also carry the parasite and contribute to its spread. 6. **Eliminating Incorrect Options:** - Schizolosis, Amoebiasis, and Cholera do not relate to the term "Backpacker’s Disease." Therefore, they can be eliminated as possible answers. 7. **Conclusion:** - The correct answer to the question "Backpacker's disease is" is **Giardiasis** (Option 2).
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