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When you are born, the body takes stock of itself, things that are your make-up (hair, nails, skin, tissues, organs, etc.) are 'self', and the rest is 'not self'. When you get a cold or any other virus or bacteria or fungus your immune system attacks it because it is 'not self'.
The problem in Autoimmunity is that the body blurs the line between 'self' and 'not self' and starts attacking 'self' like a virus or something of the like.
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What is the name of an inappropriate immune response?
Autoimmunity or hypersensitivity.
Condition whereby low level of autoimmunity can be beneficial?
A low level of Autoimmunity is beneficial, period. High autoimmunity means a person is allergic to himself or herself. The immune system begins to destroy the person it should protect. It is thought to cause arthritis, diabetes, and a host of other diseases.
What is the condition in which the immume system mistakenly attacks the thyroid?
When the immune system mistakenly attacks a normal part of the body, this is known as autoimmunity. Autoimmunity that causes hypOthyroidism (low thyroid) is called Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. This condition can also cause hypERthyroidism as well. There are specific antibodies in patients with Hashimoto's. Autoimmunity that causes hypERthyroidism is usually a condition known as Graves' Disease. There are specific antibodies in patients with Graves' Disease.
What term is used to describe a disorder where the bodys defence system destroys its own cells?
Autoimmunity
Does it mean you have an auto immune disease if you have had a positive ana test?
A positive ANA test does not necessarily mean the patient has an autoimmune disease. An ANA test is not specific for autoimmunity, but is a sign of inflammation that is often specific to autoimmunity. Specific antibodies are usually tested for to determine if a patient has an autoimmune disease.
What has the author Yehuda Shoenfeld written?
Yehuda Shoenfeld has written: 'Natural Autoantibodies' 'The mosaic of autoimmunity' -- subject(s): Autoantibodies, Autoimmune diseases
What two groups recognize protein?
There are two groups that recognize the protein. The Anti-Hsp65 antibodies recognize M proteins of group A streptococci. They are strong bacterial immunogens that have been linked to arthritis and autoimmunity.
What is the cause of tropical spastic paraparesis?
The cause of HAM/TSP is still a matter of debate. Three hypotheses are considered by scientists as the most likely cause of TSP: direct toxicity, autoimmunity, and bystander damage.
Is lupus a generation disease?
Science has identified some genes that appear to be related to the inheritance of lupus and autoimmunity. Having these genes only predisposes the patient to the disease however, it does not mean the patient will ever get lupus.
What has the author Guido Kroemer written?
Guido Kroemer has written: 'Mechanisms of immunological self-tolerance' -- subject(s): Immunology, T-Lymphocytes, Autoimmunity, Immunological tolerance, B-Lymphocytes, Immune Tolerance
How is discoid lupus contracted?
Discoid lupus is not contracted because it is not caused by a pathogen (virus, bacteria, or parasite). Discoid develops in people who are genetically predisposed to autoimmunity and in the presence of triggers, most notably ultra violet light.
Does frequent bouts of pneumonia cause autoimmune disease?
Bouts of pnuemonia do not cause autoimmune disease. However, some individuals with certain autoimmune diseases are more prone to pneumonia, and recurrent pneumonia itself may indicate a problem with the immune system, including autoimmunity.
