no-communicable diseases Flashcards

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1
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how is a genetic disorder caused?

A

faulty alleles of genes

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2
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how are genetic disorders spread?

A

passed to offspring but not to any other person

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3
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when does malnutrition occur and what does it cause?

A

when you get too little or too much of particular nutrients in your diet

can cause a specific deficiency disease

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4
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the drug- ethanol -affects the body in what ways?

A

large amounts of ethanol in the liver can lead to liver disease - cirrhosis

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what does a cirrhotic liver look like compared to a healthy one?

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healthy liver : dark red, smooth and soft

cirrhotic liver: paler, larger, rough and much harder

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what is wrong with a cirrhotic liver?

A

doesn’t function well

can be fatal

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