Measles, immunity, and malnutrition

Saravia, N.G.

Measles, immunity, and malnutrition

1984

Saravia, N.G.

This chapter discusses the immunity-related factors and events exacerbating measles infection in undernourished children. The effect of measles on lymphoid tissues and measles-induced anergy are among the topics examined. The relationship between rash severity, virus excretion and morbidity is also reviewed. The prevention of morbidity and mortality and the efficacy of vaccinations are discussed in detail.

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children delayed hypersensitivity immune response immunosuppression literature reviews lymphatic system malnutrition morbidity mortality nutritional status vaccination

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Clinical and experimental nutrition

Volume 1 Pagination 113 - 146 ISSN 0888-7748

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Measles; Immunosuppression (physiological)

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anglais

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In the series analytic: nutrition, disease resistance, and immune function / edited by r.r. watson.

Literature review.

2019-12-05

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Journal Article; Text

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Measles, immunity, and malnutrition

1984

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