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@ SUBHASHREE MOHANTY Definition of non communicable disease © CHATGPT Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are medical conditions or diseases that are not directly transmissible from one person to another. They typically have long durations and are often influenced by multiple factors like genetics, lifestyle, environment, and aging. Examples include heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and chronic respiratory diseases, Cardiovascular diseases, such as heart attacks and strokes, are caused by heart and blood vessel abnormalities. Risk factors include tobacco use, poor diet, inactivity, socio- economic status, mental health, and diabetes. Symptoms include chest pain, difficulty breathing, and dizziness. Treatment options include surgery, medication, exercise, and lifestyle management. Obesity is the accumulation of body fat, a global problem increasing the risk of health issues. Causes include genetics, age, lack of sleep, pregnancy, certain health conditions, psychological factors, and medication. Diagnosis is based on BMI and body fat measurements. Obesity can lead to diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and certain cancers. Treatment options include physical activity, healthy eating, weight-loss programs, medications, and surgery. Prevention involves promoting better eating choices and regular exercise. Cancer is caused by mutations in DNA cells, with various factors contributing. Tumors can be benign, malignant, or premalignant, with malignant tumors spreading to other parts of the body. Cancer types are categorized by the type of cell they originate from. Symptoms vary but can include weight loss, fever, pain, tiredness, and skin changes. Cancer is detected through techniques like biopsy and imaging. Treatment options include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. The WHO's cancer policy focuses on prevention, early detection, screening, treatment, and palliative care] Cancer is a disease characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells in the body. There are many types of cancer, each with its own characteristics, treatments, and outcomes. Cancer can start almost anywhere in the body and may form tumors or affect the blood and lymphatic systems. It's caused by genetic mutations or changes in the DNA of cells, which can be influenced by various factors including genetics, lifestyle choices, environmental exposures, and certain infections. Treatment options for cancer include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy. Diabetes is a chronic condition caused by insufficient insulin production. It affects 347 million people worldwide and is linked to obesity and inactivity. There are three types of diabetes, with various symptoms and potential complications.People with diabetes are at higher risk for respiratory and urinary tract infections, depression, and diabetic ketoacidosis. Testing for diabetes can be done through fasting plasma glucose, random blood sugar, and glycated hemoglobin tests. Pre-diabetes can be prevented through early diagnosis and regular screening. Primary prevention includes healthy lifestyle choices, while secondary prevention focuses on managing complications. Tertiary prevention aims to limit disability and prevent end-stage complications. Secondary prevention for diabetes involves implementing lifestyle changes such as a balanced diet, physical activity, and avoiding smoking or drugs. Tertiary prevention aims to limit complications and disabilities caused by diabetes. Hypertension, or high blood pressure, can lead to serious health problems and is a leading cause of premature death worldwide. It can be caused by narrowing or rupturing of arteries and can result in strokes or renal failure. There are two main types of hypertension: essential and secondaryThis content discusses additional types of hypertension, including isolated systolic hypertension, malignant hypertension, and resistant hypertension. It also mentions symptoms, treatment options such as rest, medication, and diet, and lifestyle changes to x

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