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How did the plague spread?

The plague is a disease caused by the bacterium Yersinia pestis. It can be spread in several ways, but the most common is through the bite of an infected flea. Fleas can become infected with the plague bacterium by feeding on an infected rodent, and then they can transmit the infection to humans when they bite them.

The plague can also be spread through contact with infected animals or their bodily fluids, such as blood or saliva. This type of transmission is less common, but it can occur if someone comes into contact with an infected animal while hunting, butchering, or handling their remains.

In some cases, the plague can be spread through the air when someone inhales respiratory droplets from an infected person or animal. This type of transmission is rare, but it can occur in crowded or poorly ventilated spaces.

The plague is a serious disease, but it can be treated with antibiotics if it is caught early. However, if the disease is not treated, it can be fatal.