Which of the Following Is the Most Common Chronic Disease

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most common chronic disease of childhood?

• A) Juvenile diabetes
• B) Asthma
• C) Hay fever
• D) Tooth decay

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Definitions:

Melanin Production

The process by which the skin, hair, and eyes gain their color through the synthesis of the pigment melanin.

Cholecalciferol

Also known as Vitamin D3, it is a form of vitamin D that is made by the skin when exposed to sunlight and found in some foods and supplements.

Propionibacterium Acnes

A slow-growing bacterium that is linked to the skin condition acne by contributing to the inflammation of pimples.

Sebum-Rich Areas

Regions of the skin that produce an oily substance called sebum, usually referring to the face, scalp, and upper torso.