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Which one of the following is a degenerative disease?

A
Thalassemia
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Beriberi
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C
Cataract
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Diabetes
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Solution

The correct option is B Cataract
Thalassemia is a genetic disorder that causes less haemoglobin formation.
Beriberi is a nutritional deficiency disorder caused by the deficiency of Vitamin B1.
Diabetes is a metabolic disease that causes high sugar levels.
A cataract is a degenerative disease that causes a dense, cloudy area that forms in the lens due to the accumulation of protein.
Thus, the correct answer is (C).


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