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Its body’s defense against infections and other hazardous invaders is immune system. Without it, viruses or bacteria would make ill all the time. Specialized cells, tissues and organs make up immune system, which works as a team to keep safe. An important component of the immune system is the lymphatic or lymphatic system. It is a network of arteries and lymph nodes. Thin tubes known as lymphatic vessels are found throughout the body and branch like blood veins. They transport lymph, a transparent fluid. Immune system cells, waste materials and tissue fluid are all present in lymph. Small, bean-shaped immune cell clusters known as lymph nodes are linked by lymphatic veins. They contain white blood cells, which are capable of capturing invaders like cancer cells as well as viruses and germs. They are created in the bone marrow, one of lymph organs. The spleen and thymus are two other lymph organs. Severely Compromised Immune Disorder (SCID). This is an illustration of an immunological disorder that exists from birth. Children are constantly at risk for bacterial, viral and fungal infections. Sometimes, this condition is referred to as “bubble boy illness.” A boy had to live in a plastic bubble in the 1970s, where everything was antiseptic. Developed immune weaknesses that are temporary. For instance several medications can impair immune system. People taking chemotherapy or other cancer-treating medications may experience this. Additionally, it can occur in recipients of organ transplants who take medication to avoid organ rejection. Infections like the measles, mono (mononucleosis) and the flu virus can also temporarily impair immunity. Additionally, unhealthy eating habits, alcoholism and smoking might impair immune system. Skin, blood vessels, muscles and internal organs may change as a result of the autoimmune illnesses known as scleroderma. The illness may only affect the skin or it may affect other organs as well. Areas of thickened skin, stiffness, fatigue and impaired blood flow to the fingers or toes after exposure to cold are possible symptoms. One kind of the illness, called CREST syndrome, is characterized by calcium deposits, Raynaud’s syndrome, esophageal issues, thickening of the finger and toe skin and regions of small, dilated blood vessels.Raynaud’s phenomenon (presenting symptom in 30% of affected persons; occurs in 95% of affected individuals at some point during their illness).Gastro esophageal reflux illness, bloating, indigestion, weight loss, diarrhea that is followed by constipation, sicca syndrome and its complications, loosening of the teeth, and hoarseness are all digestive issues (due to acid reflux).

A chronic autoimmune disease that mostly affects joints is Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Common side effects include heated, swelling and aching joints. The condition may also impact the blood, skin, eyes, lungs, heart, nerves and heart. There may also be a fever and decreased energy levels. Inflammation of the synovial membrane is a component of arthritis of the joints. Joints swell, become sensitive, heated and stiff, which restricts movement. Multiple joints are impacted with time (polyarthritis). The smaller joints in the hands, feet, and cervical spine are most frequently affected, although larger joints like the shoulder and knee can also be affected: 1098 Synovitis can result in tissue tethering, loss of motion and erosion of the joint surface all of which can result in deformity and function loss. The highly specialized mesenchymal cells known as Fibroblast-Like Synoviocytes (FLS) which are located in the synovial membrane play an active and significant role in these pathogenic processes of the rheumatoid joints.

RA frequently shows signs of inflammation, including swollen, heated, painful, and stiff joints especially in the morning after waking up or after a period of inactivity. The disease is frequently characterized by increased morning stiffness which typically lasts for more than an hour. Early in the course of the illness gentle motions may help with symptoms. These symptoms aid in separating rheumatoid arthritis from non-inflammatory joint issues like osteoarthritis. The symptoms of inflammation and stiffness in the morning are less noticeable in arthritis with non-inflammatory causes. Nociceptive pain as opposed to neuropathic pain is created at the site of inflammation and is connected with RA. Although this is not always the case it is common for the joints to be afflicted in a fairly symmetrical manner. The first presentation may sometimes be asymmetrical.