Which of the following agents can cause an infection that can ultimately develop into pelvic inflammatory disease in women?
A)herpes simplex virus type 2
B)papilloma virus
C)Candida albicans
D)Chlamydia trachomatis

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Chlamydia trachomatis is a bacterial infection that can cause pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) in women if left untreated. PID is a serious complication that can lead to infertility and chronic pelvic pain. Herpes simplex virus type 2 can cause genital herpes, but does not typically lead to PID. Papilloma virus can cause genital warts and certain types of cancer, but does not typically lead to PID. Candida albicans is a fungal infection that can cause yeast infections, but does not typically lead to PID.

Which of the Following Agents Can Cause an Infection That