Understanding Acute Rheumatic Fever: Causes, Symptoms, and Impact
Acute Rheumatic Fever (ARF) is a multisystem disease resulting from an autoimmune response to a sore throat caused by Group A beta-hemolytic Streptococci. It primarily affects children aged 5-14 years and can lead to rheumatic heart disease (RHD), which is the most common cause of heart disease in c
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Understanding Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP) and Its Impact
Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP) is a rare autoimmune disease where the immune system wrongly attacks platelets, leading to low platelet count. It can affect individuals of all ages, with symptoms appearing post-virus, vaccination, or certain medications. ITP can result in fatigue, bruising, and bleedi
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The lacrimal system
Disorders of the lacrimal system can lead to chronic symptoms affecting the eyes, causing discomfort and vision problems. Common abnormalities include dry eye, which can result from tear flow and evaporation issues. Aqueous-deficient dry eye, often associated with Sjögren's syndrome, is characteriz
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Know All About Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (POI)
Understanding the causes, identifying the symptoms, and analyzing available therapies are important for managing this difficult reproductive health issue effectively. Reasons for Premature Ovarian Failure include various elements, including genetic abnormalities, autoimmune disorders, chemotherapy,
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Meticulous Research Publishes Comprehensive Report on Multiplex Assays Market
Multiplex Assays Market by Type (Protein [Bead, Planar], Nucleic Acid, Cell) Technology (Flow Cytometry, PCR, Immunoassay) Application (R&D, Diagnosis (Oncology, Cardiovascular, Infectious, Autoimmune Diseases) Product, End User - Global Forecast to 2030\n
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Adhd Medication And Autoimmune Disease – trinexpharmacy.com
Adhd Medication And Autoimmune Disease is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that affects both children and adults. On the other hand, autoimmune diseases encompass a range of conditions where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own tissues. \nContact : 1 (747) 209 \u2013 3649\n\nE-ma
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Plasmapheresis Market to Hit $2.55 Billion by 2030 Amid Rising Autoimmune Disea
The Plasmapheresis Market is anticipated to reach $2.55 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6% from 2023 to 2030.\n
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Antibodies in Vaccines: Risks and Case Studies
Explore the impact of antibodies in vaccines and their link to autoimmune diseases through case studies. Uncover the safety signals related to various antibodies and their potential risks in COVID vaccine recipients. Discover how antibodies like Beta-2 Glycoprotein, Antiplatelet, and DNA can lead to
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Understanding Graft-Versus-Host Disease (GVHD) and Its Symptoms
Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) is a potential complication following stem cell or bone marrow transplants, where donor cells attack the recipient's body. GVHD can occur in acute or chronic forms, presenting symptoms such as abdominal issues, skin rash, dryness, joint pain, and more. This autoimmun
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Understanding the Immune System: Organs, Functions, and Importance
The immune system acts as a defense mechanism against pathogens and infections, comprising various organs, such as the bone marrow, thymus, spleen, white blood cells, antibodies, complement system, and the lymphatic system. It works to recognize and destroy harmful microbes, maintaining the body's h
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Plasma Exchange in Treatment of PANS - Overview and Considerations
Plasmapheresis, a type of apheresis, plays a crucial role in managing Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) and Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections (PANDAS). This treatment involves separating the extracellular component of blood
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Understanding Myocarditis: Epidemiology, Pathogenesis, and Management
Myocarditis is an inflammatory heart condition with various causes, including viral infections and autoimmune responses. This article discusses the epidemiology, risk factors, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and management of myocarditis, highlighting the importance of differentiating it from pericarditis
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Understanding Systemic Sclerosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Management
Systemic sclerosis (SScl) is an autoimmune disorder affecting connective tissue, leading to fibrosis in the skin, internal organs, and vasculature. It is characterized by Raynaud's phenomenon, digital ischemia, sclerodactyly, and cardiac, lung, gut, and renal involvement. Peak onset is in the fourth
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Understanding Multiple Sclerosis: Symptoms, Progression, and Treatment Options
Explore the cellular processes, symptoms, disease progression, and treatment options associated with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Discover how MS, an autoimmune disease, affects the nervous system leading to a range of symptoms. Learn about the clinical progression of MS and how the immune system causes
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Understanding Inflammation and Repair in Tissue Response
Inflammation is a crucial process in response to tissue injury, aiming to eliminate harmful agents and promote healing. It involves vascular changes, increased permeability, and the formation of edema. Repair follows inflammation, involving regeneration and fibroblastic tissue formation. While infla
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Understanding Autoimmunity and Autoimmune Disorders
Autoimmunity refers to the immune system's failure to recognize its own cells, leading to attacks on self-tissues. Autoimmune disorders encompass over 80 chronic illnesses where the immune system mistakenly targets organs. These disorders are poorly understood and recognized, impacting various organ
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Understanding Autoimmunity and Immunological Tolerance
Autoimmunity is a condition where the body's immune cells mistakenly attack its own tissues, leading to damage. Immunological tolerance helps prevent this by mechanisms like central and peripheral tolerance. Central tolerance involves deleting self-reactive immune cells during maturation in key orga
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Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 Management Guidelines for Athletes
Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 is a chronic endocrine disorder characterized by hyperglycemia, absolute insulin deficiency, and autoimmune origins. This condition, more common among athletes, requires careful monitoring, insulin therapy, blood glucose management during exercise, and recognition of hypogly
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Opportunities for Undergraduates in Health Research Lab
The Mohan Research Lab offers undergraduates the chance to conduct impactful research that can be published, focusing on biomarkers and targets for autoimmune diseases and cancers. Led by an international team of researchers, the lab provides a collaborative environment for students to engage in cut
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Immune Response Regulation and Autoimmunity Overview
The immune system maintains a balance through tolerance mechanisms to prevent autoimmunity. Central and peripheral tolerance play crucial roles in immune unresponsiveness to self-antigens. Failure in immune regulation can lead to autoimmune diseases like diabetes and lupus. Vaccination, discovered b
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Understanding Nephritis: Causes, Symptoms, and Subtypes
Nephritis is a serious medical condition characterized by inflammation of the nephrons in the kidneys. This inflammation can lead to various subtypes such as glomerulonephritis and interstitial nephritis, each with its own causes and symptoms. Common symptoms of nephritis include edema, changes in u
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Integration of Ayurveda in Modern Medicine Clinical Practice
The integration of Ayurveda in modern medicine clinical practice is a growing field focusing on research in pathophysiology, physiology, biochemistry, and cell biology. Ayurveda is being applied to address conditions such as atherosclerosis, stroke, dementia, Parkinson's disease, autoimmune rheumato
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Understanding Achalasia: Therapeutic Approaches, Pathophysiology, and Clinical Manifestations
Achalasia is characterized by a failure of the lower esophageal sphincter to relax, leading to difficulty in swallowing and regurgitation. The exact cause is unknown, but autoimmune factors and chronic infections may play a role. Symptoms include dysphagia, chest pain, regurgitation, and weight loss
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Abatacept 250 mg in India: Effective Treatment for Autoimmune Diseases
This PDF explores how Abatacept 250 mg provides targeted relief for autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile idiopathic arthritis, and psoriatic arthritis. Learn more about Abatacept 250 mg in India.
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Understanding Hemolytic Anemia: Classification and Management
Hemolytic anemia encompasses various subtypes like autoimmune hemolytic anemia, with warm and cold antibodies, each requiring unique management strategies. Diagnosis involves specific investigations like the Coombs test. Treatment typically involves corticosteroids as first-line therapy, while secon
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Agglutination Testing in Laboratory Medicine
Agglutination testing is a common method used in laboratory medicine to detect the presence and amount of antigens or antibodies in patient samples. It involves the use of carrier particles such as latex, RBCs, charcoal, and protein A of Staph aureus. The testing process includes qualitative and qua
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Oral Manifestations of Systemic Diseases in Dentistry
This content explores various systemic diseases and their oral manifestations relevant to dentistry. It covers associations between heart disease and periodontal disease, effects of chronic corticosteroid use on the pulmonary system, endocrine disorders like diabetes and thyroid issues, autoimmune d
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Understanding Vitiligo: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Vitiligo is a skin condition characterized by white patches due to loss of pigment cells. The causes include autoimmune disorders, genetic factors, neurogenic factors, and self-destruction of melanocytes. Symptoms include hair whitening, color loss in tissues, and changes in eye color. Treatments ma
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Bimonthly Volunteer Webinar Agenda and Updates - May 2018
The bimonthly volunteer webinar held in May 2018 featured various updates including ambassador updates, advocacy updates, fundraising updates, and a Q&A session with Jenni Grover on thriving with pain. Participants were encouraged to engage on World Autoimmune Arthritis Day and promote Pain Awarenes
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Health Benefits of Amaranth: A Nutritious Ancient Grain
Amaranth is a small ancient grain rich in antioxidants, high-quality protein, and dietary fiber. Consuming amaranth may help reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and autoimmune diseases. It is gluten-free and a good source of essential amino acids, manganese, and vitamin C, making it
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Understanding the Importance of the Immune System for Homeostasis
Explore the intricate workings of the immune system, from its component parts and defense mechanisms to the significance of homeostasis maintenance. Discover how non-specific and specific immune responses, phagocytosis, neutrophils, natural killer cells, and interferons play vital roles in protectin
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