Immunology: MyD88 Deficiencies and Bacterial Infections
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What type of infections are patients with MyD88 deficiencies more susceptible to?

Pyogenic bacterial infections

What is the primary characteristic of patients with MyD88 deficiencies in terms of their immune response?

Selective predisposition to pyogenic bacterial infections

What is the significance of MyD88 in the immune response to bacterial infections?

It plays a crucial role in the Toll-like receptor signaling pathway

What type of immune response is affected in patients with MyD88 deficiencies?

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What is the consequence of MyD88 deficiencies in terms of infection susceptibility?

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