The only known human pathogen that preferentially attacks the peripheral nerves is
A) N. meningitidis.
B) polio virus.
C) M. leprae.
D) E. coli.
E) H. leprae.

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Mycobacterium leprae is the only known human pathogen that preferentially attacks the peripheral nerves, leading to the nerve damage and loss of sensation characteristic of leprosy. The other pathogens listed do not have a specific preference for attacking peripheral nerves.

The Only Known Human Pathogen That Preferentially Attacks the Peripheral