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Autoimmunity and Molecular Mimicry
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Autoimmunity and Molecular Mimicry

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What is the molecular mimicry hypothesis?

  • When the immune system fails to recognize any antigens
  • When the immune system attacks foreign antigens and self-antigens simultaneously (correct)
  • When the immune system only targets self-antigens
  • When the immune system only targets foreign antigens

    • Which autoimmune disease is related to T-cell imbalance?

  • Type 1 Diabetes
  • Psoriasis (correct)
  • Sjorgen’s Syndrome
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis

    • What are the clinical manifestations of Type 1 Diabetes?

  • Decreased insulin production and increased glucose production (correct)
  • Joint pain and swelling
  • Sudden weight gain and improved vision
  • High blood pressure and fever

    • What is the medical management for Rheumatoid Arthritis?

    <p>Nonbiologic DMARD (methotrexate), Biologic DMARD, NSAIDS (COX-2)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age does the onset of Rheumatoid Arthritis commonly occur?

    <p>60</p> Signup and view all the answers

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