Autoimmune Flashcards by Jennifer Bello | Brainscape

Q

Gene involved in autoimmune diseases

A

HLA

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Q

When we get infected with Strep B, this can happen.

A

Rheumatic fever

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Q

Can cause heart problems

A

Rheumatic fever

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Q

Autoimmune disorder more common in men

A

Ankylosing Spondylitis

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Q

What happens in Hashimoto?

A

Thyroid gets attacked by CD4 cells and antibodies; decrease in thyroid hormones

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What happens in Graves?

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More TSH is being secreted, which increases T3 and T4

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Weight loss, bulging eyes, anxiety, irritability

A

Graves

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