CLINICAL MEDICINE

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INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In autoimmunity, which attacks the body’s own proteins?
A
antigens
B
allergens
C
antibodies
D
antihistamines
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In an autoimmune disease, the immune system mistakes part of your body, like your joints or skin, as foreign. It releases proteins called autoantibodies that attack healthy cells.

Detailed explanation-2: -Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a multi-system autoimmune disease characterized by the production of autoantibodies directed against cellular proteins and nucleic acids in complex with one another.

Detailed explanation-3: -An autoimmune disorder occurs when the body’s immune system attacks and destroys healthy body tissue by mistake.

Detailed explanation-4: -Systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus). People with lupus develop autoimmune antibodies that can attach to tissues throughout the body. The joints, lungs, blood cells, nerves, and kidneys are commonly affected in lupus. Treatment often requires daily oral prednisone, a steroid that reduces immune system function.

Detailed explanation-5: -When the body senses danger from a virus or infection, the immune system kicks into gear and attacks it. This is called an immune response. Sometimes, healthy cells and tissues are caught up in this response, resulting in autoimmune disease.

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