History quiz

What were some of the diseases soldiers had during world war 1?

* Trench fever: This disease was caused by a bacteria called Bartonella quintana, and it was transmitted by lice. Symptoms included fever, headaches, muscle aches, and fatigue.

* Typhus: This disease was also caused by a bacteria, Rickettsia prowazekii, and it was transmitted by lice and fleas. Symptoms included fever, chills, headaches, and a rash.

* Dysentery: This disease was caused by a bacteria or protozoan, and it caused severe diarrhea and dehydration.

* Cholera: This disease was caused by a bacteria, Vibrio cholerae, and it caused severe diarrhea and vomiting.

* Pneumonia: This disease was caused by a bacteria or virus, and it caused inflammation of the lungs.

* Tuberculosis: This disease was caused by a bacteria, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, and it caused inflammation of the lungs.

* Malaria: This disease was caused by a protozoan, Plasmodium, and it was transmitted by mosquitoes. Symptoms included fever, chills, and fatigue.

* Venereal diseases: These diseases were caused by bacteria or viruses, and they were transmitted through sexual contact. Symptoms included sores, discharge, and pain.