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Lockjaw, meaning difficulty in opening the mouth, is a symptom of which disease?

Correct answer D. Tetanus

Explanation

Tetanus toxin from Clostridium tetani blocks inhibitory nerve signals, causing sustained muscle spasms; the jaw muscles are often affected first, producing lockjaw.

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