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Problems in the Immune System Flashcards

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allergic reactions

A

histamine

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anaphylactic shock

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sensitized during 1st exposure. 2nd and 3rd exposure is very life threatening. Treatment prevention = carry on epipen

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Auto-Immune Disease (AIDS)

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immune system targets self proteins on cell membranes as non-self antigens

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Rheumatoid Arthritis

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joint membranes

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lopus erythematosus

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systemic (involves multiple systems)
-painful skin and joint swelling
-fatigue
-sensitivity to light
-rash
-hair loss

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Immune response to transplant

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organ transplant must match to recipient
must take immune suppressant drugs = susceptibility to other infections
rejection = organ not a match

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HIV causes AIDS

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virus attacks helper T-cells or T(h) cells

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