Discuss the Difference Between Opportunistic and Primary Pathogens and the Circumstances

question 30

Essay

Discuss the difference between opportunistic and primary pathogens and the circumstances under which they cause disease.

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Definitions:

Functional Age

A measure of how well an individual functions physically and mentally compared to others of the same chronological age.

Chronic Pulmonary Disease

A group of lung conditions that block airflow and make breathing difficult, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.

Osteoporosis

A medical condition in which the bones become brittle and fragile from loss of tissue, typically due to hormonal changes, or deficiency of calcium or vitamin D.

Dendrites

Branch-like extensions of neurons that are involved in receiving signals from other neurons.