This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Virology, Subject name: Microbiology
Common CNS lesions in HIV is caused by - 
Select and explain. 
A. Cryptococcus, B. Herpes simplex, C. Neurocysticercosis, D. Mucormycosis
A: Cryptococcus
Answer: A: Cryptococcus 
Explanation: The typical CNS oppounistic infections are toxoplasmosis and cryptococosis. REF:ANANTHANARAYAN AND PANIKER'S TEXTBOOK OF MICROBIOLOGY 9TH EDITION PAGE NO-576