
Rubella (German measles)
Rubella usually goes unnoticed or only causes mild cold-like symptoms. Later, a pink or red spotty skin rash might develop. If a woman has rubella ea...
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The immune system is made up of a collection of diverse cells with various abilities. Together, they protect the organism from most germs. If the immune systems fails, the body gets sick. If it makes a mistake and fights the wrong enemy, illnesses such as allergies can occur. Sometimes, it even attacks the body’s own cells and causes autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis.
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