What is the kind of disease that lasts for years or entire lifetime?

Chronic disease

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Acute disease

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Birth disease

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Communicable disease

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The correct option is A Chronic disease
Chronic diseases are those which last for a long period of time, or may even exist life-time Such diseases include diabetes, cancer, etc. On the other hand, acute diseases are those which last for a short period of time. Such diseases include chickenpox, common cold etc.

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