MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -D) Cold sores are usually the result of one type of the herpes virus, indicating a viral infection and causing a breakdown in tissue homeostasis of the lips and around the mouth.

Detailed explanation-2: -Examples of homeostatic imbalances include but are not limited to thermoregulation, diabetes, cancer, dementia, and depression. Disruptions are any occurrences that affect a person’s health from normal conditions. Disruptions can include environmental factors, lifestyle factors, external toxins, and genetic mistakes.

Detailed explanation-3: -Three factors that influence homeostasis are discussed: fluids and electrolytes, energy and nutrition, and immune response mediators.

Detailed explanation-4: -Tissue damage and cell death. Causes: heat, electricity, UV radiation, chemicals. Results in loss of body fluids and invasion of bacteria.