258 Best Disease Questions and Answers (Q&A) - ProProfs Discuss

What is the difference between PAD and PVD?

Howard Reyes, Science Teacher
Answered: Sep 05, 2019

PVD is the short form of Peripheral Vascular Diseases, while PAD is the short form of peripheral Arterial Diseases. Both PVD and PAD are most times used interchangeably, this is because they are...Read More

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What are some of the facts regarding typical night sleep cycles?

Sstjuste
Answered: Apr 18, 2024

Stages 3 and 4 decrease; REM sleep increases during the night.

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What is the difference between Wart and Cyst?

Howard Reyes, Science Teacher
Answered: Sep 05, 2019

Warts are deformed growths occurring on the skin caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). They usually appear very small, hard, and rough, and they are mostly seen on the hands and feet. It...Read More

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What are some probable causes of dyslexia?

Aniz
Answered: Sep 05, 2019

Dyslexia is a neurological based condition which is often hereditary and it results in problems with reading writing and spelling. It is usually associated with difficulties in concentration short...Read More

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What is the difference between Contagious Disease and Infectious Disease?

J. Pollock, Science Professor
Answered: Jul 31, 2019

A contagious disease is one that is spread by physical touch, whereas an infectious one is spread via microorganisms in the air or water. In practice, there is virtually no difference in meaning...Read More

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How would you describe irregular, prolonged, and heavy menstrual bleeding?

John Smith
Answered: Apr 18, 2024

Menometrorrhagia-metrorrhagia refers to light bleeding from the uterus at irregular intervals. menometrorrhagia refers to heavy bleeding from the uterus at irregular intervals. menorrhagia: refers...Read More

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Which assessment reflects a defining characteristic that would support the nursing diagnosis Impaired Physical Mobility?

Arnoldjr
Answered: Apr 18, 2024

Limited Range of Motion

(a) This is a defining characteristic of the nursing diagnosis Activity Intolerance. (b) This is a contributing factor for the nursing diagnosis Activity...Read More

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What is the difference between Illness and Disease?

M. Pollock, Photographer
Answered: Oct 22, 2019

The disease is something that can cause illness. This is usually caused by different factors. Some people may become exposed to disease and get it when the disease is contagious, while there are...Read More

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What are the symptoms and causes of acromegaly?

W. Kaye, Ex-Marine
Answered: Mar 24, 2020

Acromegaly is a chronic disease that is marked by enlargement of the bones of the extremities, face, and jaw. Acromegaly is caused by overactivity of the pituitary gland. The pituitary gland of...Read More

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How do you prevent diarrhea?

B.Isabellae
Answered: Nov 07, 2017

Diarrhea is a common ailment that people get when their body does not like a certain food or ingredient in the food. In most cases, the food may be spoiled or not fresh. The system will flush out...Read More

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What are the symptoms of autoimmune diseases?

J. Shatner, Content writer
Answered: Mar 18, 2020

Autoimmune disease occurs when the immune system of the body is unable to differentiate your body cells and tissues from a foreign body. The immune system begins to attack and destroy normal...Read More

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What factors affect fatigue?

Ben , Professional Gamer
Answered: Dec 30, 2020

Many factors can affect fatigue, including not getting enough sleep. Lack of sleep has a negative effect on your body, as every night your body needs to restore and refuel for the next day. If...Read More

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What is the difference between HDL and LDL Cholesterol?

L. Cooper, Data Analyst
Answered: Nov 01, 2019

HDL is the acronym for High-Density Lipoprotein. It is also commonly referred to as “good cholesterol” because it gets rid of excess cholesterol in the body by transporting...Read More

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What are autoimmune diseases?

D. Loukas, Maths Professor
Answered: Jan 09, 2020

Autoimmune diseases are medical conditions in which your immune system fights with your body. This happens because your body's immune system, which is your defense system, sees certain parts of...Read More

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What are the causes of autoimmune diseases?

C. Lucan, Copywriter
Answered: Jan 09, 2020

Autoimmune diseases are diseases that affect the body. The immune system, which is our defense system, can begin to misfire and affect targeted parts of the body. The exact cause of the...Read More

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