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bobthebuilder

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Explain why Phthirus pubis infestation may be considered a sexually transmitted infection.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Dysplasia of epithelial cells sometimes results from which of the following?
 
  A. Excessive sodium intake
  B. Chronic irritation or inflammation
  C. Increased enzyme synthesis
  D. Apoptosis


tdewitt

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

The organism lives in genital and anal hairs, causing intense itching, and organisms may be transmitted during sexual contact.

Answer to Question 2

B


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