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1Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, AOU S. Andrea, Sapienza, University of Rome, 00189 Rome, Italy.
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|September 28, 2021
Summary
The intricate connection between microbes and autoimmune diseases is complex and bidirectional. Understanding this relationship is key to developing new therapeutic strategies for immune system disorders.
Area of Science:
- Immunology
- Microbiology
- Autoimmune Diseases
Background:
- The interplay between the microbiome and the immune system is crucial for maintaining health.
- Dysregulation in this interaction is increasingly linked to the development of autoimmune diseases.
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