Microbiology with Diseases by Body System (4th Edition)

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 032191855X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-855-0

Chapter 19 - Microbial Diseases of the Skin and Wounds - Questions For Review - Multiple Choice - Page 596: 15

Answer

C

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Measles virus is a single-stranded RNA virus belonging to the genus Morbillivirus. It is responsible for causing subacute sclerosing panencephalitis. The disease is a rare and in progressive forms can cause brain inflammation. Symptoms include poor coordination, photosensitivity, coma, and seizures.
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