disease research

Question 1

system of asthma

Answer 1

respiratory

Question 2

system of emphysema

Answer 2

respiratory

Question 3

system of obesity

Answer 3

circulatory

Question 4

system of heart attack

Answer 4

circulatory

Question 5

system of stroke

Answer 5

circulatory

Question 6

Causes of asthma

Answer 6

Airborne allergens, (dust, etc)
Respiratory infections, such as the common cold.
Physical activity.
Cold air.
Air pollutants and irritants, such as smoke.

Question 7

Causes of emphysema

Answer 7

Long term exposure to irritating particle in the air taken into the lungs

Question 8

Causes of obesity

Answer 8

Physical inactivity,
Overeating, 
Genetics,
A diet high in simple carbohydrates, 
Diseases such as: hypothyroidism, insulin resistance, polycystic ovary syndrome, and Cushing's syndrome

Question 9

Causes of heart attack

Answer 9

One or more of your coronary arteries becomes blocked. Over time, a build-up of fatty deposits, including cholesterol, form substances called plaques, which can narrow the arteries (atherosclerosis).

Question 10

Causes of stroke

Answer 10

A blocked artery (ischemic stroke) or leaking or bursting of a blood vessel (hemorrhagic stroke)

Question 11

mechanics of asthma

Answer 11

Airway narrowing occurs in asthma due to the contraction of airways smooth muscle

Question 12

mechanics of emphysema

Answer 12

An imbalance between protease and antiprotease activity in the lungs

Question 13

mechanics of obesity

Answer 13

Obesity causes mechanical compression of the diaphragm, lungs, and chest cavity, which can lead to restrictive pulmonary damage. Furthermore, excess fat decreases total respiratory system compliance, increases pulmonary resistance, and reduces respiratory muscle strength.

Question 14

mechanics of heart attack

Answer 14

A heart attack occurs when an artery supplying your heart with blood and oxygen becomes blocked. Fatty deposits build up over time, forming plaques in your heart’s arteries. If a plaque ruptures, a blood clot can form and block your arteries, causing a heart attack.

Question 15

mechanics of stroke

Answer 15

A stroke occurs when there is an interruption of the blood supply to a particular area of the brain, ultimately leading to cell injury and cell death.

Question 16

effects of asthma

Answer 16

Organ:
Shortness of breath.
Chest tightness or pain.
Wheezing when exhaling, cough and wheeze

Cellular:
the immune system will overact and release chemicals into the bloodstream that cause the lungs to function abnormally

Question 17

effects of emphysema

Answer 17

Organ:
the air sacs in the lungs (alveoli) are damaged

Cellular:
Absent or reduced repair potential by progenitor cells, alveolar inflammation, and release of matrix protease.

Question 18

effects of obesity

Answer 18

Cellular:
Makes the body cells resistant to insulin, which results in high blood sugar

Organ:
Obesity has been linked with an increased risk of many different types of cancers, including, liver, kidney, cervical, colon, and pancreatic cancer.

Question 19

effects of heart attack

Answer 19

Your body gets less oxygen, which causes shortness of breath, swelling in your legs, and fluid build-up. Your body tries to keep the blood it has to supply your heart and brain. This leaves less for organs like your kidneys and liver. A lack of enough blood can damage these organs.

Question 20

effects of stroke

Answer 20

A stroke damages brain cells so they can no longer work properly. As a result, the areas of your body they control are also affected.

For example, if you have visual problems, the stroke will have damaged the area of your brain responsible for your vision.

Damages nerve cells in the brain tissue

Question 21

prevention of emphysema

Answer 21

Don’t smoke and avoid breathing second-hand smoke.

Wear a mask to protect your lungs if you work with chemical fumes or dust.

Question 22

prevention of obesity

Answer 22

• Consume less “bad” fat and more “good” fat.
• Consume less processed and sugary foods.
• Eat more vegetables and fruits.
• Eat lots of fiber.
• Exercise

Question 23

prevention of heart attack

Answer 23

• Stop smoking.
• Choose a good healthy diet
• Avoid high blood pressure
• Be physically active every day
• Aim for a healthy weight.
• Reduce stress.

Question 24

prevention of stroke

Answer 24

• Lose weight.
• Exercise
• Drink in moderation
• Quit smoking.

Question 25

treatment of asthma

Answer 25

Asthma can usually be managed with rescue inhalers to treat symptoms and controller inhalers that prevent symptoms. Severe cases may require longer-acting inhalers that keep the airways open, as well as oral steroids.

Question 26

treatment of emphysema

Answer 26

Can’t be cured but can be treated

Short-acting bronchodilator inhalers (COPD)

Steroids can also be used to treat emphysema.

Question 27

treatment of obesity

Answer 27

Healthy eating plan and regular physical activity.
Changing your habits.
Weight-management programs.
Weight-loss medicines.
Weight-loss devices.
Bariatric surgery.
Special diets.

Question 28

treatment of heart attack

Answer 28

Aspirin
Thrombolytics
Antiplatelet agents
Other blood-thinning medications
Pain relievers
Nitroglycerin. 
Beta blockers
ACE inhibitors.

Question 29

treatment of stroke

Answer 29

Treatment consists of blood thinners

Early treatment with medication like tPA (clot buster) can minimise brain damage.

Question 30

prevention of asthma

Answer 30

• Stay Away from things that cause allergies.
• Avoid Smoke of Any Type.
• Prevent Colds.
• Allergy-Proof Your Home.
• Get Your Vaccinations.