Match the terms with the corresponding descriptions.
-Encephalitis
A)Complication of mastoiditis
B)Opportunistic infection
C)CNS manifestation of tuberculosis
D)Mosquito-borne viral infection
E)Tick-borne bacterial infection

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Mosquito-borne viral infection refers to encephalitis caused by viruses transmitted by mosquitoes, such as West Nile virus or Japanese encephalitis virus.

Answer: B
 Opportunistic infection refers to encephalitis that occurs in individuals with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS or undergoing chemotherapy.

Answer: C
 CNS manifestation of tuberculosis refers to encephalitis caused by the bacteria that cause tuberculosis.

Answer: A
 Complication of mastoiditis refers to encephalitis that can occur as a complication of a middle ear infection that spreads to the mastoid bone behind the ear.

Answer: E
 Tick-borne bacterial infection refers to encephalitis caused by bacteria transmitted by ticks, such as Lyme disease.

Match the Terms with the Corresponding Descriptions