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Immune 87: When the immune system misbehaves

Immune

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Understanding Autoimmunity: The Case of Lupus

This chapter explores the intricate balance of the immune system and the difficulties in diagnosing autoimmune diseases like lupus. It highlights the role of autoreactive T-cells and autoantibodies that contribute to lupus symptoms, while discussing the condition's reputation as 'the great imitator' due to symptom overlap with other illnesses.

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