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Questions Related to disease and its treatment

The larva of Ascaris undergoes the migration in which of the
following course

  1. Alimentary canal, liver, intestine

  2. Alimentary canal, heart, lungs, trachea, intestine

  3. Alimentary canal, heart, liver, lungs, trachea, mouth,

    intestine

  4. Alimentary canal, liver, heart, lungs, trachea, pharynx,

    intestine


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Embryonated eggs$\rightarrow $  Mouth $\rightarrow $ Intestine$\rightarrow $  Liver$\rightarrow $ 
($2^{nd}$ stage larva )
Heart $\rightarrow $ Lungs $\rightarrow $ trachea $\rightarrow $ Phyarynx $\rightarrow $ Intestine 
($4^{th}$ stage larva )







A boy happens to put his foot on a rusted nail and the doctor gives him an injection. Most likely he has been given

  1. OPV

  2. BCG

  3. ATS

  4. Tetanospasmin


Correct Option: C
Explanation:
When an injury happens to a person then there is a chance of development of tetanus due to bacterial infection. ATS is anti-tetanus serum which is given to the injured. It is used for both preventing and curing tetanus.
So the correct answer is 'ATS'.

Reye's syndrome is associated with abuse of

  1. Analgesics

  2. Opiates

  3. Narcotics

  4. Steroids


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Reye's syndrome is a rare but serious condition, that causes swelling in the liver and brain. Reye's syndrome most often affects children and teenagers recovering from viral infection (flu or chickenpox). Aspirin has been linked with Reye's syndrome and should be used in caution, while giving to children or teenagers, while recovering from viral infections. Aspirin is a  pain killer or analgesic.
Thus, the correct answer is option (A), 'Analgesics'.

Glucocorticoids are clinically used for the treatment of

  1. Antiallergic reactions

  2. Bronchial asthma

  3. Rheumatoid arthritis

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Glucocorticoids are a class of steroid hormones, that bind to the glucocorticoid receptors. They are a part of the feedback mechanism in the immune system that turns immune activity or inflammation down. They are therefore used in medicine to treat diseases caused by an overactive immune system, such as allergies, asthma, autoimmune disease and sepsis.
Thus, the correct answer is option (D), 'All of the above'.

Some medicines are given in the form of capsules. The capsules are made of

  1. Paper

  2. Gelatinous material

  3. Embryonic tissue

  4. Starch


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, encapsulation refers to a range of dosage forms—techniques used to enclose medicines—in a relatively stable shell known as a capsule, allowing them to, for example, be taken orally or be used as suppositories. Capsules are made from aqueous solutions of gelling agents, such as animal protein (mainly gelatin) or plant polysaccharides or their derivatives (such as carrageenans and modified forms of starch and cellulose). Other ingredients can be added to the gelling agent solution including plasticizers such as glycerin or sorbitol to decrease the capsule's hardness, coloring agents, preservatives, disintegrants, lubricants and surface treatment. Since their inception, capsules have been viewed by consumers as the most efficient method of taking medication. 

So the correct option is 'gelatinous material'.

Chemical which causes loss of sensation is

  1. Sedative

  2. Analgesic

  3. Anaesthetic

  4. Stimulant


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

An anesthetic is a drug that blocks the pathway of the motor nerve that carries the response to the effector and the sensory nerves that carries the stimulus from the effectors. Anesthetics differ from analgesics, which relieve pain without eliminating sensation. These drugs are generally administered to facilitate surgery.

Therefore, the correct answer is option C.

Which of the following is used to treat both fungal and bacterial infection?

  1. Ginger

  2. Probiotic

  3. Apple cider

  4. Garlic


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Infectious disease is mainly caused due to the weak immune system. The immune system is not able to generate the immune response. Garlic is available in every kitchen and it is an excellent home remedies to treat a lot of fungal and bacterial infection. 

So, the correct answer is option D.

The remedy for treatment of skin infection is given by

  1. Mango leaves

  2. Honey

  3. Ginger

  4. Both B and C


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Infectious disease is mainly caused due to the weak immune system. The immune system is not able to generate the immune response. Honey is a rich source of antioxidant which helps to maintain the construction and rejuvenation of dermal tissue.

So, the correct answer is option B.

The mucus trapped in the respiratory tract can be removed by the help of

  1. Aloe vera

  2. Honey

  3. Lemon

  4. Baking soda


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Lemon treats many infections caused by bacteria, especially respiratory infection. It helps to remove the mucus accumulated in the respiratory tract. It has low pH which prevents the proliferation of bacteria.

So, the correct answer is option C.

Social therapy of mental illness is required for

  1. Treatment of psychosis

  2. Maintenance of community health

  3. Rehabilitation of mentally ill persons

  4. Prevention of addiction


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Amphetamines are synthetic drugs. Which are strong stimulants. These are taken by Truck drivers and night workers to keep awake.