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Correct Answer: Caused by Klebsiella pneumonia
Description: Rhinoscleroma is a rare, slowly progressing granulomatous disease of the upper respiratory tract caused by Klebsiella rhinoscleromatis. Nasal disease presents with three typical stages: (1) catarrhal (2) proliferative (3) cicatrical. Rhinoscleroma may be found in all age groups, but typically young adults 20-30 years old are most frequently affected. Airborne transmission combined with poor hygiene, crowded living conditions, and poor nutrition contributes to its spread.
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