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Is inflamitory bowel disease contagious?
No. We are not sure what causes them (Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis) but they do not appear to be contagious.
What Is a chronic degenerative disease of the liver characterized by scarring?
Cirrhosis
What is chronic biliary cirrhosis?
It is a progressive disease characterized by destruction of small bile ducts
An autoimmune disease that is characterized by weakness and an abnormally rapid fatigue of muscles is gravis?
Myasthenia gravis
What characterizes Crohn's disease?
This condition is characterized by a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the digestive tract.
Is sickle sell disease acute or chronic?
Sickle cell disease is a chronic condition characterized by the presence of abnormal hemoglobin in red blood cells. This can lead to acute episodes of pain known as sickle cell crises, which are a common feature of the disease. Overall, sickle cell disease is a chronic condition that requires ongoing management and care.
What term describes a group of genetic disease charaterized progressive weakness and degenerationof the skeleton?
The term describes a group of genetic disease characterized progressive weakness and degeneration of the skeleton is called muscular dystrophy.
What is arthritic psoriasis?
Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic disease characterized by inflammation of the skin (psoriasis) and joints (arthritis).
Which diseases are characterized as COPD?
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease consists of emphysema and bronchitis that occurs simultaneously.
What is the definition of malady?
any disorder or disease of the body, especially one that is chronic or deepseated.
What is Chronic obstructive lung disease also known as?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is also known as chronic obstructive lung disease (COLD), chronic obstructive airway disease (COAD),chronic airflow limitation (CAL) and chronic obstructive respiratory disease (CORD).
What is a chronic progressive neuromuscular disease that is characterized by extreme muscular weakness and progressive fatigue?
Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune condition that affects the communication between nerves and muscles, leading to muscle weakness and fatigue. It is a chronic progressive disease where symptoms may worsen over time. Treatment typically involves medications to improve neuromuscular transmission and manage symptoms.
