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Semester Exam (Diseases) Flashcards

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Type 2 Diabetes

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A condition where the body doesn’t use insulin well, causing high blood sugar

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Influenza

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A contagious viral infection causing fever, cough, and body aches

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Malaria

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A mosquito-borne disease caused by parasites, leading to fever and chills

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Osteoarthritis

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A joint disease where cartilage wears down, causing pain and stiffness.

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Tuberculosis

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A bacterial infection that mainly affects the lungs

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Hypertension

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High blood pressure, increasing the risk of heart problems

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Alzheimer’s disease

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A brain disorder causing memory loss and cognitive decline

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Cholera

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A bacterial infection causing severe diarrhea and dehydration

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Asthma

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A condition where airways narrow, causing difficulty breathing

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Measles

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A contagious viral infection with a rash, fever, and cough

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Crohn’s disease

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A chronic condition causing inflammation in the digestive tract

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Strep throat

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A bacterial infection causing a sore throat and fever

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Parkinson’s disease

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A nervous system disorder causing tremors and movement issues

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Celiac disease

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An immune reaction to gluten that damages the small intestine

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Rabies

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A viral infection from animal bites affecting the brain and nerves

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Osteoporosis

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A condition where bones become weak and brittle

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Chickenpox

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A contagious viral infection causing itchy red spots

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Sickle cell anemia

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A genetic blood disorder causing misshapen red blood cells

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Hepatitis B

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A liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus

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Rheumatoid arthritis

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An autoimmune disorder causing joint pain and swelling

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HIV/AIDS

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A viral infection that weakens the immune system

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Cystic fibrosis

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A genetic disorder causing thick mucus in the lungs and digestive system

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Coronary artery disease

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A condition where heart arteries narrow, reducing blood flow

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Depression

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A mental health condition causing persistent sadness and loss of interest

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Anxiety

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A mental health condition causing excessive worry or fear

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Bipolar disorder

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A mental disorder causing extreme mood swings

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ADHD

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A condition affecting focus, hyperactivity, and impulse control

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Autism spectrum disorder

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A developmental disorder affecting communication and behavior

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Schizophrenia

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A mental disorder causing distorted thinking, hallucinations, and delusions

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