Project 4 Disease Cards



Project 4 Disease Cards Common ColdA respiratory illness (an illness involving the organs and tissues involved in breathing) caused by viruses. Symptoms may include watery eyes, runny nose, coughing, sneezing, mild body aches, and general weakness and fatigue (tiredness).Strep ThroatAn infection in the throat and tonsils caused by a type of bacteria. Symptoms may include red and swollen tonsils (sometimes with white patches or streaks of pus), sore throat, difficulty swallowing, swollen and tender lymph nodes in the neck, mild body aches, fever, and general feeling of tiredness and weakness.AsthmaAn illness that affects the lungs, making it difficult to breathe. It isn’t clear why some people get asthma and others do not, but it is probably due to a combination of genetic (inherited) and environmental factors. Symptoms may include difficulty breathing and wheezing.DiabetesAn illness that affects how your body uses sugar. If a person has diabetes, the body’s cells aren’t able to take in the sugar they need, resulting in high blood sugar levels, which can result in serious health problems. Symptoms may include increased thirst, frequent urination, blurred vision, extreme hunger, and slow-healing sores.MeaslesAn infection caused by a virus that multiplies in the nose and throat. Symptoms may include fever, dry cough, runny nose, sore throat, red eyes, and a skin rash made up of large, flat blotches.Cystic FibrosisAn inherited disease that causes severe damage to the lungs and digestive system. The cells that produce mucus, sweat, and digestive juices secrete thick and sticky fluid that plugs up tubes and passageways, particularly in the lungs and pancreas. Symptoms may include wheezing, breathlessness, persistent cough that produces thick spit and mucus, repeated lung infections, and inflamed nasal passages or a stuffy nose.AllergiesA reaction in the body to a foreign substance, such as pollen, bee venom, or pet dander. When the person comes into contact with the allergen, the body sees it as harmful and the immune system reaction is to inflame the skin, sinuses, airways, or digestive system. Allergic reactions range from mild to severe (that can be life-threatening). Symptoms may include sneezing, runny nose, hives, rash, wheezing, coughing, itchy skin, and anaphylaxis (a life-threatening reaction where a person’s breathing can drop, breathing tubes can narrow, and the tongue can swell).Influenza (Flu)An infection caused by a virus that attacks the nose, throat, and lungs. Flu symptoms are initially similar to a common cold. However, the symptoms come on suddenly and can be more intense than a cold. Symptoms may include nasal congestion, chills and sweats, a fever, aching muscles, headache, and a dry cough.Heart DiseaseA range of conditions that affect the heart, including heart defects (that a person is born with), narrowed or blocked blood vessels, or an abnormal heartbeat. There are a variety of causes of heart disease, including diet, lack of exercise, being overweight, other health conditions, and genetics. Symptoms may include chest pain, shortness of breath, pain, numbness or weakness in your arms or legs, lightheadedness, dizziness, and pale gray or blue skin color.ChickenpoxAn illness caused by a virus that is transmitted by direct contact with the rash or by droplets dispersed into the air by coughing or sneezing. Symptoms may include fever, loss of appetite, headache, fatigue (tiredness), raised pink or red bumps that are itchy. These bumps, or pox, turn to fluid-filled blisters and then crusts and scabs.Pertussis (Whooping Cough) A respiratory illness (an illness involving the organs and tissues involved in breathing) caused by a type of bacteria. Infection is marked by a severe hacking cough followed by a high-pitched intake of breath that sounds like a “whoop.” Symptoms may include runny nose, nasal congestion, sneezing, watery eyes, mild fever, dry cough, and “whoop” sound during intake of air.CancerA range of diseases characterized by the presence of abnormal cells that divide uncontrollably. These cells have the ability to invade and destroy normal body tissue and can spread throughout the body. The cause of cancer is sometimes unknown, but development of the disease can also be influenced by genetics, the environment, and human behaviors. Symptoms may include fatigue (tiredness), weight changes, skin changes, and persistent, unexplained pain or discomfort.ArthritisInflammation of one or more of the joints (such as the knees, hips, or shoulders) caused by wear-and-tear damage to the joints or by the body’s immune system breaking down the lining of the joints. Symptoms may include joint pain, stiffness, swelling, redness, and decreased ability to bend at joints.Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)Inflammation or infection of the membrane that lines the eyelid and covers the white part of the eyeball. The small blood vessels become inflamed and cause the white of the eyes to appear reddish or pink. It is commonly caused by bacteria or a virus. Symptoms may include redness, itchiness, tearing, and discharge that forms crust during the night that may prevent the eye or eyes from opening in the morning.OsteoporosisA disorder that causes bones to become weak. The weak bones can lead to breaks, most commonly occurring in the hip, wrist, or spine. Osteoporosis occurs when the production of new bone doesn’t keep up with the removal of old bone. Symptoms may include back pain, loss of height over time, a stooped posture, and bones that break easily.EbolaAn illness caused by a virus that causes severe bleeding (hemorrhage), organ failure, and often death. Symptoms may include fever, severe headache, joint and muscle aches, chills, weakness, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, red eyes, raised rash, bleeding from the eyes, and internal bleeding.TuberculosisAn illness caused by a bacteria that mainly affects the lungs. Tuberculosis is spread through microscopic droplets released into the air when an infected person sneezes, spits, coughs, laughs, or sings. Symptoms of an active infection may include coughing that lasts three or more weeks, coughing up blood, chest pain, unintentional weight loss, fatigue (tiredness), fever, night sweats, and chills. ................
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