Immunmediált

Immunmediált is a Hungarian term that translates to "immune-mediated" in English. It refers to conditions or responses where the body's immune system plays a central role in causing harm or dysfunction. This can occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own tissues, leading to autoimmune diseases. Examples include type 1 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and multiple sclerosis. In these cases, the immune system targets specific cells, tissues, or organs, causing inflammation and damage.

Alternatively, immune-mediated responses can involve the overreaction of the immune system to harmless substances, resulting in allergies. Allergic reactions are triggered by allergens like pollen, certain foods, or pet dander, leading to symptoms ranging from mild irritation to severe anaphylaxis. The immune system identifies these substances as threats and mounts an inappropriate defense.

Furthermore, immune-mediated phenomena can also describe the beneficial actions of the immune system, such as the development of immunity after exposure to a pathogen or vaccination. In this context, the immune system mounts a targeted response to eliminate the threat and remembers it for future encounters, preventing illness. The term "immunmediált" encompasses this broad spectrum of immune system involvement in health and disease.