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Which condition occurs when the muscle between the esophagus and the stomach is weak or relaxes inapropriately?
gastroesophageal reflux disease
How is Hartnup disease contracted?
The condition is passed on genetically in families. It occurs when a person inherits two recessive genes for the disease, one from each parent
The condition of physically wasting away that occurs in patients with disease?
Cachexia is a condition of physical wasting away due to the loss of weiht and muscle mass that occurs in patients with diseases such as advanced cancer or AIDS.Cachexia
What organisms grow best at 37 degrees Celsius?
e coli because optimal growth of E. coli occurs at 37°C (98.6°F)
How do infections begin?
Infection with a pathogen does not necessarily lead to disease. Infection occurs when viruses, bacteria, or other microbes enter your body and begin to multiply.
What disease causes glassy potatoes?
Glassy potatoes are primarily caused by a physiological disorder known as "internal necrosis" or "glassy skin." This condition occurs when potatoes are exposed to stress factors such as inconsistent moisture levels, nutrient imbalances, or extreme temperatures. The affected potatoes develop a translucent, glassy appearance due to the breakdown of cell structure. While not a disease caused by pathogens, it can impact the quality and marketability of the potatoes.
What is secondary Vasculitis?
Secondary vasculitis is a condition in which inflammation of blood vessels occurs as a result of an underlying condition, such as an autoimmune disease, infection, or medication. Treatment typically involves managing the underlying cause in addition to medications to suppress the immune response and reduce inflammation in the blood vessels.
What is the medical condition postpolio syndrome?
A condition that strikes survivors of the disease polio. PPS occurs about 20-30 years after the original bout with polio, and causes slow but progressive weakening of muscles.
What is active vs passive immunity?
Active immunity occurs when an individual is exposed to the disease causing organism, and the immune system produces antibodies to counteract the disease. Future exposure to the same pathogens will stimulate a rapid response from the immune system to produce antibodies. Passive immunity occurs when an individual receives antibodies instead of inducing the immune system to produce antibodies.
Is GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) a disability?
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, or GERD, is another name for heartburn, which is a chronic condition. It occurs when the sphincter of the esophogus, going into the stomach, allows some stomach acid to rise into the esophogus, and irritate the tissue there. It is a very painful, damaging, condition.
What is GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) definition?
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, or GERD, is another name for heartburn, which is a chronic condition. It occurs when the sphincter of the esophogus, going into the stomach, allows some stomach acid to rise into the esophogus, and irritate the tissue there. It is a very painful, damaging, condition.
What's the definition of GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)?
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, or GERD, is another name for heartburn, which is a chronic condition. It occurs when the sphincter of the esophogus, going into the stomach, allows some stomach acid to rise into the esophogus, and irritate the tissue there. It is a very painful, damaging, condition.
