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The Eye’s Immune Defense: A New Perspective

27 September 2024

A recent study has provided valuable insights into the immunology of the eye, particularly in the context of autoimmune uveitis…

Beyond a Window: Eyes Emerge as Brain’s Immune Defenders

06 March 2024

A recent study has revealed a surprising new role of our eyes: acting as immunological defenses for our brain…

Short chain fatty acids improve inflammation of the eye

11th October, 2017

Immune-mediated inflammation of the uvea is one of the major causes of uveitis. Recent studies have linked intestinal microbiomes and their metabolites to…

My eyes cross at twilight

A 25 years-old, teacher, complains of double vision. She finds it difficult to talk after prolonged speaking. She is pregnant.Episodes of double vision began 6 weeks ago. Elsa’s husband reported fluctuating droopy eyelids in the morning and evening, which started 4 weeks ago.

Microorganisms in the eye protect against infection

19th July, 2017

Commensal bacteria are resident in various parts of the body and are beneficial to human health.

Case of eye injury and decreased vision

A 12 year old boy is brought into the paediatric casualty by his parents approximately 18 hours after sustaining a penetrating knife injury to his left eye. The child was here he was attacked by a fellow learner who stabbed him in his left eye. He sustained no other injuries as his attacker ran away after the incident.

Analysis of Adherence to a Healthy Lifestyle Among Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian Peruvian University Students

30 June, 2025

This study suggests that vegetarian diets, when well-balanced, may benefit young adults, supporting health by…

Gut Mucosal Immunity

The GI tract Periodontitis is a multifactorial chronic inflammatory disease associated with the accumulation of dental plaque (referred to as dental biofilm/biofilm), characterized by the progressive destruction of the supporting structures of the teeth, including the periodontal ligament and alveolar bone. (Kwon et al., 2021) During inflammation, defense cells release certain endogenous biological molecules such Read More

 
 
 
 
 
 
International Union of Immunological SocietiesUniversity of South AfricaInstitute of Infectious Disease and Molecular MedicineElizabeth Glazer Pediatric Aids FoundationStellenbosch University