A list of representative diseases commonly encountered in daily life.
Overview
Common Diseases
Common diseases refer to a group of illnesses that are relatively frequently encountered in daily life. They span various categories including infectious diseases, lifestyle-related diseases, chronic conditions, and allergic disorders, many of which can be prevented or detected early. According to WHO statistics, non-communicable diseases such as heart disease, stroke, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and diabetes are the leading causes of death worldwide. In Japan, lifestyle-related diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, and dyslipidemia are commonly observed. Additionally, infectious diseases such as colds and influenza affect many people regardless of the season.
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| code | slug | name | description | category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | common-cold | Common Cold | A general term for upper respiratory tract infections caused by viral infection. | Infectious Disease |
| 02 | influenza | Influenza | An acute respiratory infection caused by the influenza virus. | Infectious Disease |
| 03 | hypertension | Hypertension | A lifestyle-related disease where blood pressure remains higher than normal. | Lifestyle-related Disease |
| 04 | diabetes | Diabetes Mellitus | A metabolic disorder characterized by persistently high blood glucose levels. | Lifestyle-related Disease |
| 05 | hay-fever | Hay Fever (Allergic Rhinitis) | Allergic rhinitis caused by pollen allergy. | Allergic Disease |
| 06 | gastroenteritis | Gastroenteritis | A digestive disorder involving inflammation of the stomach and intestines. | Infectious Disease |
| 07 | asthma | Asthma | A respiratory disease caused by chronic inflammation of the airways. | Respiratory Disease |
| 08 | atopic-dermatitis | Atopic Dermatitis | A chronic inflammatory skin condition. | Skin Disease |
| 09 | depression | Depression | A mental health disorder characterized by persistent low mood and loss of interest. | Mental Health Disorder |
| 10 | dyslipidemia | Dyslipidemia | A lifestyle-related disease characterized by abnormal blood lipid levels. | Lifestyle-related Disease |