MHT CET Medical202625 April 2026Morning ShiftBiologyHuman Health and DiseasesActual
In severe case of which of the following disease, surgical removal of gall bladder is done?
Options
- APneumonia
- BTyphoid
- CFilariasis
- DAscariasis
Correct answer
B. Typhoid
Step-by-step solution
Typhoid is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Salmonellatyphi . In some individuals, the bacteria can persist in the gall bladder even after recovery, making them chronic carriers of the disease (e.g., Typhoid Mary). In severe cases where chronic carriers do not respond to antibiotic therapy and pose a significant public health risk, surgical removal of the gall bladder (cholecystectomy) is performed to eliminate the source of the bacteria. Answer: Typhoid