OVERVIEW OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
LYMPHATIC TISSUES AND ORGANS
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HIV/AIDS
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lupus erythematosus
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mononucleosis
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scleroderma
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Detailed explanation-1: -Infectious mononucleosis, also called “mono, ‘’ is a contagious disease. Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is the most common cause of infectious mononucleosis, but other viruses can also cause this disease.
Detailed explanation-2: -Human B cells are the primary targets of Epstein Barr virus (EBV) infection. In most cases EBV infection is asymptomatic because of a highly effective host immune response but some individuals develop self-limiting infectious mononucleosis, while others develop EBV-associated lymphoid or epithelial malignancies.
Detailed explanation-3: -Key points about infectious mononucleosis Mononucleosis usually lasts for 1 to 2 months. Symptoms may include fever, swollen lymph glands in the neck, armpits, and groin, constant fatigue, sore throat, enlarged spleen, and jaundice, a yellow discoloration of the skin. Treatment includes rest and plenty of liquids.