Definitions H - Immune System Flashcards
1
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AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome)
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Disease caused by virus attaching the immune system. Destroys infection- and cancer- fighting cells
2
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Graves’ disease
A
Immune system attacks thyroid, which causes excessive secretion of thyroid hormone
3
Q
Immune system
A
Defends against threats inside and outside of body
4
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Lupus
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When immune system attacks tissues causing redness, pain, swelling, and damage
