Who Is Someone That Studies The Immune System?
Researchers have found that the toxins produced by staphylococcus bacteria are much more complex and are linked to more illnesses than scientists have previously thought. The Swedish research team found that these toxins, called superantigens, disrupt the body's immune system and cause it to react by releasing T-cells, an immune response that can cause fevers and extreme nausea. The investigators speculate that the toxins' effects may contribute to a number of autoimmune disorders, including...
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