Porphyromonas Gingivalis Contributes to the Development Of

Question

Porphyromonas gingivalis contributes to the development of
A) gastroenteritis.
B) typhoid fever.
C) periodontitis.
D) food poisoning.
E) hepatitis.

Accepted Answer

Porphyromonas gingivalis is a bacterium that is strongly associated with the development of periodontitis, a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the gums and supporting structures of the teeth. It is not associated with gastroenteritis, typhoid fever, food poisoning, or hepatitis.