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Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) refers to a relatively common disease in which gastric contents are refluxed into part of the upper GI tract and respiratory pathway. Studies have shown that the presence of LPR causes an upregulation of antibody secreting mucosal cells and stimulation of lymphoid tissue.
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What body system does water impact and how?
Water systems impacts the immune system
What are three negative effects from sleep deprivation in teenagers?
Negative impact on physical growth, negative impact on metal agility and negative impact on immune system.
How does immune function impact on the development of malignancy?
If you have a weak immune system, you have an increased risk of developing malignancy. Your immune system cannot fight the virus and so the virus has control and it able to invade the cervical cells and induce tumour growth.
How does protein consumption impact the immune system's function?
Consuming enough protein is important for a healthy immune system. Proteins help build and repair immune cells, antibodies, and enzymes that fight off infections. Inadequate protein intake can weaken the immune system, making it harder for the body to defend against illnesses.
What system protects the body against infection?
your immune system and your White blood cells produce antibodies
Why does the thymus shrink with age and what impact does this have on the immune system?
The thymus shrinks with age because it gradually loses its ability to produce new T cells, which are important for the immune system. This can weaken the immune response and make the body more vulnerable to infections and diseases.
How do allergies impact the functioning of your immune system?
Allergies occur when the immune system overreacts to harmless substances, triggering an inflammatory response. This can lead to symptoms like sneezing, itching, and swelling. Over time, repeated exposure to allergens can weaken the immune system's ability to fight off other infections.
Which system in the body does HIV damage?
Acquired Immune System or Adaptive immune System
How does the immune system fight of disease?
The Immune System
What is the body's defense system?
It would be their immune system.
What immune system is activated if the innate immune system is unable to control the infection?
The adaptive immune system is activated if the innate immune system is unable to control the infection.
What is a system that fights disease and controls the immune response?
It is called the Immune System. A bit of extra info: The Immune System is the cause of allergies. It goes too far when trying to protect the body from something. ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
