Infectious Diseases
What is the flu (influenza)
viral infection that affects the respiratory system.
What is hypertension?
condition where blood pressure is consistently too high.
What is Down syndrome?
genetic disorder caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21.
What disease is caused by excessive sugar intake and insulin resistance?
Type 2 diabetes.
True or False: All bacteria are harmful to humans.
False.
What is sleep apnea?
A: Sleep apnea is a condition where breathing stops and starts during sleep, leading to poor sleep quality
What is asthma?
chronic lung disease that causes breathing difficulties.
What is sickle cell anemia?
A genetic disorder that affects red blood cells and oxygen transport
What disease is caused by prolonged exposure to cigarette smoke?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
True or False: The trachea is also known as the windpipe.
True
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Q: What is COPD?
A: COPD is a progressive lung disease that makes it hard to breathe, commonly caused by smoking.
What is arthritis?
disease that causes joint pain and stiffness.
What is cystic fibrosis?
genetic disorder affecting the lungs and digestive system.
What disease is linked to obesity and high cholesterol?
Heart disease.
True or False: Oxygen is the only gas found in the air we breathe.
False
What is malaria?
mosquito-borne infectious disease caused by parasites.
Cystic Fibrosis
Q: What is cystic fibrosis?
A: Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that causes thick mucus to build up in the lungs, leading to chronic lung infections
What is Huntington’s disease?
genetic disorder that affects movement and mental abilities.
What is the most common preventable cause of lung cancer?
Smoking.
True or False: The left lung is larger than the right lung.
False.
What is rabies?
deadly viral disease transmitted through animal bites.
What is Parkinson’s disease?
nervous system disorder affecting movement.
Cystic Fibrosis
Chronic cough
Difficulty breathing
Frequent lung infections
Thick mucus production
Bronchitis
Cough (with mucus)
Wheezing
Shortness of breath
Fatigue
True or False: Holding your breath for too long can increase carbon dioxide levels in your blood.
True.