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Lesson 3 Allergies, Asthma,Diabetes andArthritis

Lesson 3 Allergies, Asthma,Diabetes andArthritis. Page 702-708. Allergy- a specific reaction of the immune system to a foreign and usually harmless substance called an allergen.

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Lesson 3 Allergies, Asthma,Diabetes andArthritis

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  1. Lesson 3 Allergies, Asthma,DiabetesandArthritis Page 702-708

  2. Allergy- a specific reaction of the immune system to a foreign and usually harmless substance called an allergen. • Histamines- chemicals that can stimulate mucus and fluid production. Cause sneezing, itchy eyes,runny nose, sometimes hives, difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3bOgdvV-_M

  3. Diagnosing allergies • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vho8Gcp6nZw

  4. Treatment of Allergies • Stay away from allergen • Use medication. • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1G7MBM8ObqU&playnext=1&list=PL1u2ASDGDNWsmHfxdJLu_TwgqRnWN1_PM&feature=results_main

  5. Asthma- inflammatory condition in which the small airways in the lungs become narrowed , causing difficulty in breathing. • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=82gn_rDRpHk

  6. Managing asthma • Monitor the condition- recognize the warning signs • Manage environment- avoid exposure to allergens • Manage stress • Take medication properly

  7. Diabetes • Chronic disease that affects the way body cells convert sugar into energy • 2 types • Symptoms: frequent urination, thirst, tingling in hands/feet, sores that are slow to heal, sudden vision changes, frequent fatigue, unexplained weight loss

  8. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHRfDTqPzj4

  9. Type 2 Diabetes • Is known as an autoimmune disease- a condition in which the immune mistakenly attacks itself, targeting the cells, tissues, and organs of a person’s own body. • Gestational Diabetes- temporary situation due to pregnancy

  10. Treatment of diabetes • Medication • Monitor diet • Participate in regular physical activity

  11. Arthritis- cause pain and loss of movement of the joints • Osteoarthritis- disease of the joints in which cartilage breaks down. In time it may wear completely causing bones to rub against each other. • Rheumatoid Arthritis- characterized by the debiltating destruction of the joints due to inflammation. 3 times more common in women than in men. Symptoms first appear between ages of 20 and 50. It is an autoimmune disease. Effects are usually symmetrical.

  12. RA • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kOuma9Ad-E

  13. Treatment for arthritis • Medication • Control weight • Prevent sports injuries • Protect against Lymes disease.

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