Examples Non-Communicable Diseases
Non-communicable are usually caused by genetic, environmental, or behavioural factors. Common examples list of non-communicable diseases are listed below.
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Disease |
Cause |
General Symptoms |
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Risk factors include hypertension, smoking, poor diet |
Chest pain, shortness of breath, fatigue |
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Diabetes Mellitus |
Genetic and lifestyle factors |
Fatigue, frequent urination, increased thirst, hyperglycaemia |
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Diabetes Insipidus |
Insufficient production or action of antidiuretic hormone |
Excessive thirst, excessive urination |
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Gestational diabetes |
Hormonal changes during pregnancy |
Increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, hyperglycaemia |
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Cancer |
Genetic mutation, exposure to carcinogen. |
Symptoms vary depending on the type of cancer. Common symptoms include unexplained weight loss, loss of appetite, lumps, changes in bowel or bladder habits, etc. |
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Polycystic Ovarian Disease |
Hormonal factors, genetics |
Irregular periods, ovarian cysts, fertility issues |
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Alzheimer’s Disease |
Age, genetics |
Memory loss, cognitive decline, behavioral changes |
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (COPD) |
Environmental factors, sometimes genetics, smoking |
Shortness of breath, chronic cough, wheezing |
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Osteoarthritis |
Wear and tear of joint cartilage, ageing |
Joint pain, stiffness, reduced range of motion |
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Hypertension |
Genetic factors, unhealthy diet, lack of exercise |
High blood pressure, headaches, dizziness |
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Obesity |
Poor diet, lack of physical activity and other diseases. |
Excessive body weight, increased risk of other diseases |
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Hypothyroidism |
Insufficient thyroid hormone production |
Fatigue, weight gain, sensitivity to cold |
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Hyperthyroidism |
Excessive thyroid hormone production |
Weight loss, rapid heartbeat, heat intolerance |
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Crohn’s disease |
Genetic predisposition, environmental factors |
Abdominal pain, diarrhoea, weight loss |
Apart from the diseases mentioned in the above diseases, there are many other diseases that fall under the category of non-communicable diseases like autoimmune diseases, asthma, neurological disorders, muscular dystrophy, mental disorders, renal diseases, etc.
Non-communicable Diseases -Types and its Prevention
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are those diseases that do not spread from one person to another. These diseases can be caused due to different factors like lifestyle, environment, genetic composition, age, and stress. Usually, NCDs develop very slowly and persist for a prolonged duration of time, sometimes throughout the lifetime. Some common examples of non-communicable diseases are- diabetes, asthma, stroke, cardiovascular diseases, hypertension, etc. Prevention of NCDs includes proper diet, healthy lifestyle, and adaptation of stress relieving exercises like meditation, and yoga.
Table of Content
- Definition of Non-Communicable Diseases
- Non-Communicable Diseases
- Examples Non-Communicable Diseases
- Classification of Non-Communicable Diseases
- Factors that cause Non-Communicable Diseases
- Prevention of Non-Communicable Diseases
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