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Hypersensitivity: Definitions
 • Type I - Production of lgE Abs that bind to harmless allergens and
Hypersensitivity: Definitions ... surfaces causes ... exposure to allergen causes ... #Classification ... #Diagnosis #Definitions
SEPSIS AND SEPTIC SHOCK

DEFINITION AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
 • Sepsis: Life-threatening organ dysfunction due to a dysregulated host
SEPTIC SHOCK DEFINITION ... AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY ... • Pathophysiology ... risk death), T-cell ... • Start broad-spectrum
Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH)

Granulomatous Lesions comprising langerin-positive histiocytes and an inflammatory infiltrate can arise in virtually
Definition: LCH ... , a type of dendritic ... various tissues, leading ... populations) CLINICAL SPECTRUM ... • Endocrine Dysfunction
Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH)

High mortality without prompt recognition and management. HLH is a critical diagnostic consideration in
cytopenias and organ dysfunction ... • Definition: HLH ... hyperinflammatory syndrome caused ... Types of HLH • ... Pathophysiology
DEMYELINATING DISEASES OF THE CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM

What Are Demyelinating Diseases?
• Conditions that damage myelin, the protective
Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum ... Oligoclonal bands, cell ... • Clinical Types ... Transverse Myelitis • Definition ... bladder/bowel dysfunction