A student has written an incorrect definition of “Malignant malaria”. Which option should replace it?
- AA mosquito-borne protozoan disease caused by Plasmodium and characterised by recurring chills and fever associated with rupture of infected red blood cells.
- BAn infection in which bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae infect the alveoli, which may become filled with fluid.
- CAn intestinal helminthic infection caused by Ascaris and acquired by ingesting eggs present in contaminated water, vegetables or food.
- DThe severe and potentially fatal form of malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum.
✓ Correct answer: D
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