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Communicable Diseases

Karnataka Board · Class 10 · Physical Education

Quick revision notes for Communicable Diseases — Karnataka Board Class 10 Physical Education. Key concepts, formulas, and definitions for last-minute revision.

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Malaria

  • Malaria is a vector-borne communicable disease common during May to September in India
  • Caused by Plasmodium bacteria transmitted through female Anopheles mosquitoes
  • Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water sources like septic tanks, drainage, and gutters
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Cholera

  • Cholera is most common during May to October in India
  • Caused by Vibrio Cholera bacteria found in contaminated food and water
  • House flies act as vectors by carrying bacteria from infected feces to food and water
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Tuberculosis (TB)

  • TB primarily affects respiratory system but can affect other organs
  • Caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria
  • Spreads through airborne droplets when infected person coughs or sneezes
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Typhoid

  • Caused by Salmonella enterica bacteria transmitted through contaminated food, milk, and water
  • House flies act as vectors carrying bacteria from infected feces to food sources
  • Main symptom is continuous fever lasting 3-4 weeks without reduction

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A vectorA waterborne disease caused by VibrioAn airborne disease caused by MycobacteriumA foodborne disease caused by SalmonellaAn airborne viral disease caused by

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