Question

Define chronic diseases. Give examples.

Answer 1

Chronic diseases:

1. These diseases develop over a course of time and persist for over a year.
2. They require continuous medical attention as these diseases are continuous.
3. There are often genetic causes, chromosomal defects, or hormonal dysfunctions that are associated with the disease.
   Examples: Diabetes, Huntington’s disease, Fragile X-syndrome, Atherosclerosis