The immune system is the body’s intricate defense against infection. This highly coordinated network of cells, organs, proteins, and tissues works tirelessly to protect the body from harmful invaders like bacteria, viruses, and parasites. A fully functioning immune system has the remarkable ability to distinguish between healthy cells and harmful substances. When it detects a […]
Lupus is a long-term autoimmune condition that causes inflammation in the body. While it can impact multiple organs, it often remains localized, affecting just one area. This means it doesn’t always disrupt the entire body. An autoimmune disease occurs when the immune system, designed to protect the body, mistakenly attacks its own cells, leading to […]
Cervical cancer begins in the cells of the cervix, the narrow lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. This type of cancer develops slowly, often starting with abnormal changes in cervical cells, known as dysplasia. If left untreated, these abnormal cells can turn cancerous, growing deeper into the cervix and potentially spreading […]
Leprosy, also called Hansen’s disease, is an infectious disease caused by bacteria known as Mycobacterium leprae. This disease affects the eyes, skin, mucous membranes, and nerves, disfiguring sores and nerve damage. Despite its ancient history and the stigma that once surrounded it, modern treatments have made leprosy manageable. There is no longer reason to isolate […]