Medical Detectives Unit 1

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What is a lesion?

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A lesion is an area of tissue that has been damaged through injury or disease.

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What is a diagnosis?

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A diagnosis is the process of identifying a disease or condition based on the examination of medical evidence.

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What are common symptoms of E coli 0157:H7 infection?

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Common symptoms include fever, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

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Can you get strep throat just by being around someone who has it?

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No, you cannot get strep throat just by being around someone who has it; it requires direct contact with the bacteria.

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What are antibiotics used for?

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Antibiotics are used to destroy or inhibit the growth of bacteria.

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What is the difference between bacteria and viruses?

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Bacteria are single-celled organisms that can live independently, while viruses are much smaller and require a host to replicate.

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What is the role of vaccines?

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Vaccines help to prevent diseases by stimulating the immune system to recognize and fight specific pathogens.

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What is the importance of pasteurization?

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Pasteurization is a process that kills harmful bacteria in food and drinks, making them safe to consume.

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What is the incubation period for foodborne illnesses?

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The incubation period is the time between exposure to a pathogen and the onset of symptoms, which can vary from hours to days.

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What is the function of the immune system?

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The immune system protects the body against infections and diseases by identifying and destroying pathogens.