Question

_________is a lung disease that makes us ill for a long period, resulting in weight loss and continuous tiredness.

• A. Dietary disease
• B. Tuberculosis
• C. Diabetes
• D. Cold flue

Answer 1

The correct option is B Tuberculosis

$\bullet$ A chronic condition is a human health condition that is persistent or otherwise long-lasting in it's effects. Tuberculosis is one such chronic disease. Other chronic diseases include cancer, diabetes, etc.
$\bullet$ Acute diseases occur suddenly and last only for a few days. E.g., Common cold, heart attack, etc.
$\bullet$ Congenital diseases, also called birth defects, can be acquired during the development of embryo or from genetic makeup of parents. E.g. Heart defects, down's syndrome, etc.
$\bullet$ Dietary diseases are caused due to deficiency or excesses of nutrients in the diet. E.g. Obesity, malnutrition, cardiovascular disorders, etc.