Which of the Following Causes of Viral Meningitis is Transmitted

Question

Which of the following causes of viral meningitis is transmitted by the fecal-oral route?
A) Eastern equine encephalitis virus
B) California encephalitis virus
C) West Nile virus
D) echovirus
E) rabies

Accepted Answer

Echovirus is one of the most common causes of viral meningitis and is transmitted by the fecal-oral route. Eastern equine encephalitis virus, California encephalitis virus, West Nile virus, and rabies are all transmitted by mosquitoes or animal bites.