Question

A case of a chronic disease denotes

• A. Severe attack of the disease
• B. Mild attack of the disease
• C. Disease occurs for a very long period
• D. All the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Disease occurs for a very long period

The correct option is C:

Explanation for Correct answer

Option C.

1. Chronic disease- These diseases last for a long duration of time, even as much as a lifetime.
2. For e.g., Diabetes, cancer, heart disease, etc.
3. Chronic disease occurs for a very long period of time.
4. Diseases like diabetes and cancer can cause serious health issues over a period of time. Since it stays for a lifetime, it is called a chronic disease.

Explanation for incorrect answer

Option A. Severe attack of the disease

For example, in the case of asthma, the attack is severe as shortness of breath takes place, which is life-threatening.

Option B. Mild attack of the disease

For example, in the case of diabetes, when the sugar level is low, the person can get fatigued or dizzy for a while until he/she eats something.

Final Answer: Chronic disease occurs for a very long period of time.