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The Anatomy of Antibody-Mediated Etiologies of the Neuropathies Discussion of the elements of Superantigen and antigen mediated tissue inflammations and possibly the root cause of several of the PNS Neuorpathies receptor • immunoglobulin • antibody • antigen • opsonization
A New Test For Toxoplasmosis If this parasitic infection is acquired during or just before pregnancy it can cause serious problems in the baby. Find out how a new blood test can aid in determining if and when a mother has been infected. toxoplasmosis • toxoplasma gondii • avidity • antibodies • igg
Antibody Response Antibodies circulating in the bloodstream bind to antigens that they recognize and attack them. antibody • igg • igm • iga • ige
Rheumatoid Factor This article describes the rheumatoid factor (RF) test, and it explains how RF contributes to symptoms in rheumatoid arthritis and several other autimmune disorders. arthritis • rheumatoid • factor • autoimmune • autoantibody
Introduction to Immunology-Part II This conclusion to an introduction to immunology describes the functioning of the various components of the immune system and how they are interrelated. immunity • immunology • phagocytes • phagocytosis • clonal selection
Antibodies and Autoantibodies A healthy immune system produces many different antibodies. However, when the immune system errs and reacts with the body's proteins, it produces autoantibodies. antibodies • autoantibodies • autoimmune • autoimmunity • autoimmune disorders
Gluten Allergy & Celiac Disease Management An allergy or intolerance to wheat or to other members of the cereal family will result in significant alterations in grocery shopping and food preparation. food allergy • allergies • wheat • gluten • celiac
Why Wait To Give Vaccines? When you give a vaccination is important. Too soon and you get poor protection vaccine • vaccines • immunization • antibodies • maternal
Immune Dysfunction in CFS/ME People with chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) usually have moderate to severe immune dysfunction which may not be picked up by normal lab tests. chronic fatigue syndrome • myalgic encephalomyelitis • causes of immune dysfunction in cfs/me • opportunistic infections in cfs/me • treatment of immune dysfunction in cfs/me
A Patient's Guide to the Neuropathic Diseases - How it Begins! The origins and etiologies of the Neuropathies are described showing what may be possible and why and how it may manifest the disease. And - simultaneously - there may be more than one of these etiologies responsible for the condition or conditions that may result. The article is continued next week and describes some of the defenses t hat are available to the patient. etiology • pathogensis • rsd • unfilterable blood • vasoconstraction
Hypersensitivity Reactions Hypersensitivity reactions occur when the immune system responds in an exaggerated fashion to foreign antigens such as pollen or food proteins. allergic • allergy • hypersensitivity • immune system • autoimmune disease
The Liver - an Overview The Liver is the body's garbage processor. It cleans your system of toxins and metabolizes carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. The liver produces glucose, when needed. bile • immunoglobulins: iga; igd; ige; igg; igm • metabolization • prothrombin • fibrinogen
CIDP Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) systemic autoimmune neurologic disorder. This article describes the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of CIDP. chronic • inflammatory • autoimmune • demyelinating • motor
Earth Energy for the New Year Online resources for learning more about geothermal energy green living • geothermal energy • renewable energy • clean energy • conservation
The Various Manifestations of RSD and Their Possible Treatment An examination of the various manifestations of RSD are considered as to the nature of the disease. What it atually is and how it spreads. Once the exact nature of the disease is known - there may be very different but effective methods of teratment possible. Some of these treatments could well result in remission. Other treatments, perhaps may result - in a cure. rsd • treatment
5 Free MMORPG Games Under 1 Gig in Size These free mmorpg games all have such a small file size download that players can try them all. free mmorpg games • wind slayer • the warlords • darkeden • godswar online
Facts About Human Parvovirus Parvovirus B19 is a small DNA virus which was discovered by chance in 1975. facts about parvovirus • understanding parvovirus • human parvovirus symptoms and treatment • how to prevent parvovirus in humans • preventing contraction of parvovirus infection
Pitfalls of the ANA Test Although today's ANA test using immunofluorescence is considered the gold standard for diagnosing a number of different autoimmune disorders, its results are prone to misinterpretation. This article describes what you can expect from the current ANA test. autoantibodies • immunoglobulins • antibodies • autoimmune • antinuclear
Understanding Autoimmune Liver Disease Autoimmune liver disease are chronic and slow progressing but can cause severe illness and even death. Treatment usually involves reducing inflammation. liver disease • steroid • immune system • immunosuppressive • cirrhosis
Neuromyelitis Optica Neuromyelitis optica (NMO) is a demyelinating autoimmune condition that causes episodes of muscle weakness and vision loss. NMO antibodies are key to diagnosis. neuromyelitis optica • nmo • devic's syndrome • multiple sclerosis • ms
Fight Back - Take Control of Your Own Treatment Today - it is necessary for the patient who suffers the effects of RSD or any Neuropathy of the PNS must take control of their won medical treatment - in order to achiev sucess or even partial success in over coming this disease. It can be done - because some have done it. There are a number of factors - each with its own role that may be employed by the patient - to achieve either a cure or robust remission. Thus - do not lose hope of ever vanquishing this disease - but it will be necessary for you to learn just how to manage the entire set of procedures and treatments before you will be able to take control. aggressive physical therapy • profiling of your disease • precursor • immune system • antibodies
Autism Biennial Congress 2009 Registration is open for the Autism Biennial Congress 2009 featuring Peter Bell of Autism Speaks, Teresa Bolick, Ph.D. and Dr. Jeff Bradstreet. autism conference • dr. jeff bradstreet • dr. doreen granpeesheh • dr. william shaw • great plains laboratory
Autoimmune Cerebral Ataxia Autoimmune cerebellar ataxia, a neurological disorder characterized by poorly orchestrated muscle movement, has been shown to respond to intravenous immunoglobulins. autoimmune disease • cerebellar ataxia • movement disorders • gait disturbances • thyroid disease
Coombs Negative AIHA Nearly all cases of autoimmune hemolytic anemia are associated with a positive DAT. In some cases of AIHA, including hepatitis B, the Coombs test may be negative. aiha • autoimmune hemolytic anemia • autoimmune disease • direct coombs test • direct antiglobulin test
Slugs Don't Stop Me from Gardening in the Winter Get that 2001 garden ready! It's never too early to start. garden • gardening • wa • washington state • suite101.com
5 Free MMORPG Games Over 1 Gig in Size These five free online MMORPG games are over 1 gig in download size. free mmorpg • voyage century • anarchy online • fairyland online • ether saga online
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS) Antiphospholipid antibodies and antiprothrombin antibodies are one of the most common causes of miscarriages, strokes and other thrombotic (caused by blood clots) events. antiphospholipid syndrome • aps • antiprothrombin • blood clots • blood clotting
Cold Agglutinin Disease Cold agglutinin disease is an autoimmune disorder characterized by antibodies that react at cold temperatures with proteins on the surface membrance of red blood cells. cold agglutinin • autoimmune hemolytic anemia • cold antibody disease • cold agglutinin disease • aiha
Eosinophilic Fasciitis Eosinophilic fasciitis is a hypereosinophilic disorder characterized by a thickening of the fascia as well as skin changes similar to those seen in scleroderma. hypereosinophilia • scleroderma • systemic sclerosis • morphea • eosinophilic fasciitis
Glutamate Excess in Multiple Sclerosis Variants Accumulations of the amino acid neurotoxin glutamate, long suspected of causing neurological disease, have been implicated in neuromyelitis optica (NMO). neuromyelitis optica • devic's syndrome • neurological disease • multiple sclerosis • ms
Lichen Myxedematosus Lichen myxedematosus is a chronic autoimmune skin disorder characterized by flesh-colored papules and nodules. lichen myxedematosus • lichen planus • papular mucinosis • autoimmune skin disorders • rash
Preparing for the Spring Allergy Season Most people look forward to spring but for others the change in weather brings annoying allergies and the related hay fever. allergies • hay fever • pollen allergies • allergy • allergen
Syphilis Diagnosis Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. A number of laboratory test methods are used to aid in syphilis diagnosis. treponema • pallidum • syphilis • spirochete • diagnosis
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia This article describes the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, disease course, and treatment of idiopathic or autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA). autoimmune • hemolytic • anemia • aiha • rbc
How Do Vaccines Work? Vaccinations for measles, mumps, hepatitis A and other illnesses are common patient requests, and with flu epidemics such as H1N1, vaccines are in even higher demand. vaccine • vaccination • immunity • immunological memory • immune system
How Mothers Can Build Baby's Immune System Mothers help develop a baby's immune system before birth and after in specific ways. Breastfeeding and even kissing your baby strengthens immunity to decrease allergies. breast milk • breastfeeding • new born baby immune system • allergies • asthma
Immunostimulants in CFS/ME Treatment Chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) often causes marked immune dysfunction, but some drugs and supplements can help, providing relief of symptoms. chronic fatigue syndrome • myalgic encephalomyelitis • immunomodulators in fibromyalgia • kutapressin for cfs/me • ampligen
Overview of Celiac Disease in Childhood Celiac disease is a very common intestinal disease that is not limited to only adults. It can affect children as well. celiac disease overview • celiac disease in children • gluten-free diet • diagnosing celiac disease • treatment for celiac disease
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis Primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) is an autoimmune liver disease that causes bile duct inflammation. PSC often accompanies other autoimmune disorders. psc • primary sclerosing cholangitis • cholangitis • autoimmune • liver
What is the Lyme Disease Rash? The "typical" rash of Lyme disease does not always develop as a bull's-eye. It can take many forms or be absent altogether. appearance of lyme disease rash • bullseye rash • elisa test for lyme disease • lyme disease rash • diagnosing lyme disease
Pemphigus Vulgaris This article describes the most common form of pemphigus, pemphigus vulgaris, a potentially fatal autoimmune condition characterized by blistering lesions. sores • mouth • mouth sores • pemphigus • vulgaris
The Causative Agent of Amoebiasis Amoebiasis is one the major killer diseases in the tropics. The cause of this disease is a protozoan, which is the only pathogen among a number of enteric amoeba. amoebiasis • protozoa • entamoeba histolytica • amoeba • diagnosis of amoebiasis |
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