Which of the following is a bacterial STD? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a bacterial STD?
A. Hepatitis B
B. Genital herpes
C. Syphilis
D. HIV/AIDS
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Syphilis is caused by the spirochete Treponema pallidum and is curable with antibiotics. Hepatitis B and HIV are viral, genital herpes is caused by herpes simplex virus. Gonorrhea and chlamydia are other bacterial STDs. Early diagnosis and treatment prevent serious complications like neurological damage and congenital syphilis.

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