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Jipu 123

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on: Jun 25, 2018
What is the difference between a viral infection and a viral disease?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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More severe inflammation of the appendix may lead to rupture and peritonitis. For this reason, it is a common practice to perform an exploratory operation and remove the appendix in patients in whom appendicitis is suspected.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A viral infection can occur without causing any symptoms or signs of injury to the infected cell(s). A viral disease occurs when an infection does cause injury and active symptoms in the host.

Answer to Question 2

True


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