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Define acute diseases and give an example.


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Acute diseases:

  1. These are defined as diseases that last for a short duration and cause a severe impact on the body.
  2. They spread rapidly, last for a short term, and worsen rapidly.
  3. However, they can be cured with the appropriate medication and preventive measures to avoid spreading the disease.

Example: Cough, Typhoid.


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