Which of the following is most responsible for the increasing challenge of protist infections?

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The increasing number of patients with immunocompromising conditions, such as HIV/AIDS, cancer, and organ transplantation, creates a larger population of susceptible individuals who are more vulnerable to protist infections. This makes it easier for the protists to infect and cause disease. Additionally, some protists may not be well-recognized by the host immune system, which further complicates the management of these infections. While protists can mutate and develop resistance to drugs (choice D), this is not the most significant factor contributing to the increasing challenge of protist infections.

Which of the Following Is Most Responsible for the Increasing