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Lymphatic/ immune system Flashcards

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AIDS

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cause- HIV virus

symptom- low T-cell count, fever, weight loss, diaphoresis

treatment- no cure

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lymphedema

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cause- trauma, parasitic infection, surgical removal

symptom- persistent tissue infection

treatment- surgery,

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mononucleosis

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cause- Epstein- Barr virus

symptom- extreme fatigue, sore throat, fever

treatment- supportive care

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systemic lupus

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causes- medications, bacterial infections, autoimmune

symptom- fatigue, body pain, butterfly rash on face, headaches, nausea, hair loss, weight loss

treatment- NSAIDs

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celiac disease

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causes- genetic defect

symptom- weight loss, bloating, loose stools

treatment- gluten- free diet

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