Capsules increase virulence of some organisms because they pre â¦ vent desiccation, are able to stick to surfaces and provide a mechanism for attachment to tissue such as respiratory epithelial tissue in humans. Capsules are also slippery and often evade a human's immune system by avoiding phagocytosis from certain leukocytes.
Definition of DEFICIENCY DISEASE. : a disease (as scurvy) caused by a lack of essential dietary elements and especially a vitamin or mineral.
A disease is an abnormal condition affecting the body of an organism. There are four main types of disease: pathogenic disease, deficiency disease, hereditary disease, and physiological disease.Pathogenic diseases are caused by what is called a pathogen. Pathogens are parasitic organisms that cause disease in their host.For example the pathogen e.coli which can make people ill or kill them. Deficiency diseases are caused by a deficiency of a particular nutrient in the diet.A lack of vitamin c causes scurvy. Hereditary diseases are passed on through generations via their genes, for example sickle cell disease.hysiological diseases such as diabetes can be treated by: Diet-a healthy diet is key to controlling blood sugar levels and preventing diabetes complications. Exercise-regular exercise can reduce the risk of developing complications of diabetes such as stroke and kidney failure.