Question

The disease which begins abruptly and lasts only for a short duration is known as

• A. Chronic disease
• B. Acute disease
• C. Genetic disease
• D. Tumor

Answer 1

The correct option is B Acute disease

Acute disease is a disease characterized by a relatively sudden onset of symptoms that are usually severe. A disease or disorder that lasts for a short time, comes on rapidly and is accompanied by distinct symptoms.

For example- infection, trauma, fracture, with a short (often less than 1 month) duration.

Hence the correct option is B.