EBV and Autoimmunity
Micah discusses the potential roles of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) in autoimmune diseases, highlighting two main mechanisms. One involves autoreactive B cells that may proliferate due to EBV, while the other centers on molecular mimicry, where antibodies against EBV proteins mistakenly target neuronal proteins. This complex interplay raises questions about the contribution of EBV to conditions like multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune disorders.In this clip
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