Eric Sundberg, lead author on the study and a biochemistry researcher at Emory University’s School of Medicine. Credit: Emory University Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic autoimmune disorder in which antibodies block communication between nerves and muscle, resulting in weakness of the skeletal muscles. It can cause double vision, difficulty swallowing, and, occasionally, serious breathing...
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Organ signal find raises hopes of immune disorder treatments
The discovery of key signals that help tissues repair after injury could pave the way for new treatments for asthma and organ scarring, a study suggests. Scientists have identified two molecules that enhance the body’s immune response inside vital organs, helping to fight off parasitic worm infections and repair damaged tissues. Identifying these signals could help...