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There are many different diseases which result from problems with the immune system; broadly speaking, there are two types, which involve either an excessive immune response, causing an autoimmune disease such as multiple sclerosis, or an insufficient immune response, causing a disease such as AIDS. There are also many different reasons why the immune system may not work correctly. However, the greatest single threat to the functioning of the immune system is the human immunodeficiency virus, HIV.
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Corticosteroids act on the immune system to treat?
Corticosteroids act on the immune system to:
Why do you get so many colds?
Your immune system is low.
What are the responsibilities of an immunologist?
An immunologist is a medical professional who specializes in the human immune system. The responsibilities of an immunologist is to either research immune system disorders or to treat them.
What is the percentage of people with low immune system?
10 percent
What is wrong with the body when a person has the measles?
its immune system is low
Are corticosteroids used to treat a fever?
No. They bring down fever but they interfere with immune system.
How do you treat herpes antibody?
It's not something you can treat. The antibodies are the reaction of your immune system to the herpes infection. The herpes virus however, will never leave the body because it hides in the nerves, where the immune system can not atttack it. Once herpes, always herpes unfortunately
Do you think that taking supplements to boost my immune system will make my immune system more reactive instead of calming it down if I have arthritis and my immune system is already hyperactive?
If you have an an inflammatory form of arthritis like for example RA it is the immune system that is attacking your joints and you need to treat it by suppressing the immune system to a degree. you would be wise to check with your doctor what treatments are best for you to self administer in any case.
Do antigens cause normal immune response?
No. Hapten is an antigen whic has low molecular weight and does not trigger immune system.
Can you get cold sores by having a low immune system?
If you are infected with the herpes virus, then yes you can.
What do immunologist study?
Immunologists study the immune system, which is the body's defense mechanism against infections and diseases. They investigate how the immune system works, how it responds to pathogens, and how it can be manipulated to treat or prevent diseases.
What does it mean if you have low grade fever for a weak?
This usually means you have a weak immune system and have picked up a virus or bacterial infection. Try to treat naturally with extra vitamin C, then contact your doctor if you don't improve.
