Which among the following lasts for a shorter period of time?
A
Tuberculosis
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B
Elephantiasis
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C
Common cold
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D
Cancer
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Solution
The correct option is C Common cold Common cold is an acute disease. It lasts for a short time period. Tuberculosis, elephantiasis and cancer on the other hand, are chronic diseases which last for longer or lifetime.