Understanding Common Health Conditions

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What is Alzheimer's disease characterized by?

Loss of transparency in the lens

Autoimmune destruction of pancreatic cells

Involvement of the brain areas controlling thought and memory (correct)

Chronic muscle pain

What is the leading cause of dementia?

Fibromyalgia

Pancreas disorder

Alzheimer's disease (correct)

Diabetes mellitus

What is the main function of the pancreas?

Regulating visual clarity

Producing red blood cells

Playing a role in both digestive and endocrine systems (correct)

Controlling insulin resistance

What is fibromyalgia characterized by?

Diffuse or specific muscle, joint, or bone pain Signup and view all the answers

Which disorder results from defects in insulin secretion or action?

Type 2 Diabetes Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of heart attack?

Blockage of coronary arteries due to plaque build-up Signup and view all the answers

What does hypertension refer to?

Higher than normal blood pressure Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of jaundice?

Yellow discoloration of the skin due to excessive bilirubin Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of atrophy?

Weakness or wearing away of body tissues Signup and view all the answers

What does dysphagia signify?

Difficulty in swallowing Signup and view all the answers

How is arthritis defined?

Inflammatory condition of joints Signup and view all the answers

What is dermatology concerned with?

Yellow discoloration of skin and eyes Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the term 'Appendicitis'?

Inflammation of the appendix Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is characterized by bronchial airflow obstruction?

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of Asthma?

Bronchial tubes inflammation triggered by an allergic reaction Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary symptom of Parkinson's disease?

Fine muscle tremors Signup and view all the answers

Which condition involves damage to retinal nerve fibers and optic nerve due to increased pressure?

Glaucoma Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Otitis media' refer to?

Inflammation of the ear Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of scoliosis?

Abnormal lateral curvature of the spine Signup and view all the answers

Which disease is characterized by uncontrolled cell division and invasion into other tissues?

Cancer Signup and view all the answers

What do red blood cells (Erythrocytes) primarily carry throughout the body?

Oxygen Signup and view all the answers

What is the main symptom of polyuria?

Excessive urination Signup and view all the answers

Which disease is characterized by marked loss of bone density and increased bone porosity?

Osteoporosis Signup and view all the answers

What is the main effect of HIV on the immune system?

Damaging or killing T cells Signup and view all the answers