Pathophysiology
6th Edition
ISBN: 9780323354813
Author: Jacquelyn L. Banasik PhD ARNP
Publisher: Saunders
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Concept explainers
Question
Chapter 1, Problem 4KQ
Summary Introduction
To determine: The general factors that affect the expression of disease in a particular person.
Introduction: A specific abnormal condition that gives negative effects to an individual is referred to as a disease. Often, the diseases are constructed as medical conditions, which are related to specific signs and symptoms in the body. Some of the common symptoms of the disease include fever, vomiting, nausea, coughing, muscle aches, and fatigue.
Expert Solution & Answer
Want to see the full answer?
Check out a sample textbook solutionStudents have asked these similar questions
Why is the function of the cell significant in the study of pathophysiology of diseases?Why is the function of the cell significant in the study of pathophysiology of diseases?
what are different aspects of a disease process? define
Why is inactivity a primary risk factor for many different
diseases?
Chapter 1 Solutions
Pathophysiology
Knowledge Booster
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, biology and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.Similar questions
- give the basics of a disease and its relationship to a faulty signal transduction pathway. Describe some of these diseases in the table below:arrow_forwardCan PCOS go away without treatment? If not, what happens if PCOS is left untreated? Note: Make the explanation simple and direct to the point.arrow_forwardWhat are the causes of and contributing factors to the disease or condition?arrow_forward
- Describe the three interactions required for multifactorial diseasesarrow_forwardWhat is sickle cell disease? Describe its effects at a protein, cellular and organismal level.arrow_forwardDescribe a type of autoimmune disease. There are many of them. What is an autoimmune disease? Who is susceptible? What is the suggested cause? What is the prognosis for someone with the autoimmune disease that you chose. How is the disease treated?arrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
- Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap ...BiologyISBN:9781285866932Author:Lauralee SherwoodPublisher:Cengage Learning
Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap ...
Biology
ISBN:9781285866932
Author:Lauralee Sherwood
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Immune System Diseases and Disorders; Author: Heather Davis;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lIkxNv7MVI;License: Standard youtube license