0

Non-Infectious Diseases

Description: This quiz covers a range of Non-Infectious Diseases, testing your knowledge about their causes, symptoms, and treatments.
Number of Questions: 15
Created by:
Tags: non-infectious diseases medicine science
Attempted 0/15 Correct 0 Score 0

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for heart disease?

  1. High blood pressure

  2. High cholesterol

  3. Regular exercise

  4. Diabetes


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Regular exercise is a protective factor against heart disease, while high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes are all risk factors.

What is the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide?

  1. Lung cancer

  2. Breast cancer

  3. Colorectal cancer

  4. Prostate cancer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide, accounting for approximately 1.8 million deaths annually.

Which of the following is a common symptom of type 2 diabetes?

  1. Increased thirst

  2. Frequent urination

  3. Blurred vision

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Increased thirst, frequent urination, and blurred vision are all common symptoms of type 2 diabetes.

What is the primary cause of asthma?

  1. Air pollution

  2. Genetics

  3. Allergies

  4. Viral infections


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Asthma is primarily caused by genetic factors, although environmental triggers such as air pollution and allergies can also play a role.

Which of the following is a common treatment for hypertension?

  1. Beta-blockers

  2. ACE inhibitors

  3. Diuretics

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, and diuretics are all commonly used medications for treating hypertension.

What is the most common type of arthritis?

  1. Osteoarthritis

  2. Rheumatoid arthritis

  3. Gout

  4. Lupus


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis, characterized by the breakdown of cartilage in the joints.

Which of the following is a risk factor for developing Alzheimer's disease?

  1. Age

  2. Family history

  3. Head injury

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Age, family history, and head injury are all risk factors for developing Alzheimer's disease.

What is the primary cause of multiple sclerosis?

  1. Autoimmune disease

  2. Genetic factors

  3. Environmental factors

  4. Viral infection


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system attacks the central nervous system.

Which of the following is a common treatment for Parkinson's disease?

  1. Levodopa

  2. Dopamine agonists

  3. Anticholinergics

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Levodopa, dopamine agonists, and anticholinergics are all commonly used medications for treating Parkinson's disease.

What is the leading cause of death from cancer in women?

  1. Lung cancer

  2. Breast cancer

  3. Colorectal cancer

  4. Ovarian cancer


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Breast cancer is the leading cause of death from cancer in women worldwide.

Which of the following is a common symptom of Crohn's disease?

  1. Abdominal pain

  2. Diarrhea

  3. Weight loss

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Abdominal pain, diarrhea, and weight loss are all common symptoms of Crohn's disease.

What is the primary cause of sickle cell anemia?

  1. Genetic mutation

  2. Environmental factors

  3. Nutritional deficiencies

  4. Viral infection


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sickle cell anemia is caused by a genetic mutation that results in the production of abnormal hemoglobin.

Which of the following is a common treatment for type 1 diabetes?

  1. Insulin therapy

  2. Oral medications

  3. Lifestyle changes

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Insulin therapy, oral medications, and lifestyle changes are all important components of managing type 1 diabetes.

What is the primary cause of osteoporosis?

  1. Aging

  2. Menopause

  3. Lack of calcium and vitamin D

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Aging, menopause, and lack of calcium and vitamin D are all risk factors for developing osteoporosis.

Which of the following is a common symptom of lupus?

  1. Joint pain

  2. Skin rash

  3. Fatigue

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Joint pain, skin rash, and fatigue are all common symptoms of lupus.

- Hide questions