3.1.4-etiology of different Diseases

Etiology for Flu

Influenza is a highly contagious disease and is one of the most common infectious diseases caused by a virus. It is airborne.Symptoms of the disease include coughing and respiratory issues which are the symptoms that many people at the hospital are experiencing.

Etiology for Athlete’s foot

Athlete’s foot is an infectious disease caused by the agent of disease-Fungi. It is typically spread through contaminated public spaces and if you walk barefoot in a space you may get it.

Etiology for Familial Hypercholestrimeia

 Familial Hypercholesterolemia is a genetic disorder that cannot be spread through indirect ways as it can only be spread through reproduction. It is unlikely that these have since they are not related and just starting symptoms recently. 

What is the etiology of diabetes?

Diabetes type 2 is caused by insulin resistance. Insulin resistance is typically caused by eating foods high in sugar and fats which can lead to other health problems but Type 2 diabetes is a common disease you can develop with unhealthy lifestyle habits.