Degenerative Diseases

Degenerative diseases are the result of a part of the body wearing out which can be due to the immunity response to pathogens.

• True

• False

Degenerative diseases also have a genetic component.

• True

• False

Degenerative arthritis, could occur sooner than would be expected if…….

• the person is genetically predisposed

• if the person’s joints have experienced an increased amount of wear and tear.

• both A and B

Arteriosclerosis , which is a hardening of the arteries, is an example of a ………….

• genetic disorders

• metabolic diseases

• degenerative diseases

• cancer

Some individuals might be more likely to develop a degenerative disease because of the following factors………

• genetic profile

• life style

• diet

• all of the above